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Caribbean Obeah Tradition Persists Despite Stigmatization

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Obeah is a blend of African, Christian, and indigenous Caribbean beliefs.
The tradition has faced significant stigma and misunderstanding in the Caribbean.
Obeah was brought to the Caribbean by enslaved Africans from West Africa.
A new Jamaican film explores and highlights features of the obeah tradition.
Despite colonial influences, obeah continues to endure and evolve.

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Obeah is a blend of African, Christian, and indigenous Caribbean beliefs.
The tradition has faced significant stigma and misunderstanding in the Caribbean.
Obeah was brought to the Caribbean by enslaved Africans from West Africa.
A new Jamaican film explores and highlights features of the obeah tradition.
Despite colonial influences, obeah continues to endure and evolve.

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