Syncretism
The Virgin of Candelaria is identified or syncretized with other holy entities from other religions:
- In Guanche mythology, the Virgin of Candelaria was identified Chaxiraxi, and her son Chijoraji.
- In Cuban Santería, the Virgin of Candelaria is identified with Oyá.
- In Brazilian Candomblé, the Virgin of Candelaria is identified with Oshun.
- In the Hindu religion, the Virgin of Candelaria is Kali, the black patron goddess of the city of Calcutta in India.
- For Andean religions, this dedication is linked to the cult to the Pachamama (Mother Earth).
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