Pejigan, Luiz Moreira, M.D.

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From an early age, Baba Luiz has been a student and practitioner of Candomblé. He gained his knowledge of the religion through immersion in Candomblé’s oral traditions and from working with some of the leaders from the most traditional Candomblé houses in Salvador, Bahia, including his own Ilê Axé Kalé Bokun. Dr. Moreira has conducted numerous talks and courses on the Orixa in both Brazil and the United States. He is passionate about protecting nature as well as the use of herbs and plants in his practice. His unique combination of expertise in medicine and Candomblé spiritual traditions provides a holistic approach to healing and well-being.
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Faith, Practice, and Belonging: LGBTQ practitioners in Candomblé

The University of Chicago Center for Identity + Inclusion 5710 S. Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

Come learn about the Afro-Brazilian religious practice of Candomblé and gain an understanding of some of the key differences between Candomblé and other religious practices. The talk will explore how Candomblé houses are a place of belonging for LGBTQ members and give a sense of how Candomblé houses are sites of activism in the current...

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Event Series Şẹ́lẹ̀rú Àgbo – Águas Sagradas – Sacred Waters (2024 Symposium)

Èṣù / Ẹlẹ́gbára, the diasporic messenger

Art in Motion 7415 S East End Ave,, Chicago, IL, United States

The purpose of the workshop is to have a short discussion about Orisa Èṣù from an Afro-Brazilian perspective. The main idea is to provide a brief overview about the role of Orisa Èṣù in Candomblé. The workshop will be interactive and attendees will be encouraged to interact. Besides the talk, some of the items used...