I was a super lucky lady this year and got to start the new year off with a wonderful Brazilian tradition by making offerings to Lemanja, the Goddess of the Sea. Lemanja is the goddess of the ocean, a symbol of motherhood and the protector of children.
At sunrise, dressed in white, we gathered at the water’s
edge to give offerings to Lemanja, including flowers, food, and candles that
float to the sea on little baskets.
The traditions goes:
If the gifts do not return with
the shore, they are considered to be accepted by the goddess and she will grant
the people’s wishes for the New Year.
Unfortunately for us in Canada it's super cold. but in Brazil they have beautiful weather for this celebration!
Photos 1-3 by Stin for the Glossaries
I hope your new years starts off wonderfully!
— Stin
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