Umbanda
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Umbanda is a Brazilian religion that blends African religions with Catholicism, Spiritism, and considerable indigenous lore. Umbanda is related to, and has many similarities with, other Afro-Brazilian religions like Candomblé and Quimbanda, but has its own identity.
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Notable Umbandists
- Clara Nunes — Brazilian samba singer.
- Vinícius de Moraes — Brazilian Poet.
- Herivelto Martins — MPB singer and songwriter.
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