Iemanjá

Today we are going to discuss one of the most influential figures from the Brazilian Candomblé and Umbanda religions: the Orixá Iemanjá from Yorubá. Did you know Iemanjá is one of the most famous religious figures in our country? Iemanjá is one of the main religious figures in Salvador. In Rio de Janeiro, on the other hand, Iemanjá in Rio de Janeiro is so famous, that New Year’s Eve has a ritual just for her. So, let’s learn a little bit more about her, the story behind her legend, and also the relationship between her and New Year’s Eve!