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In addition to the religious syncretism of these traditions, many also incorporate elements of [[Christianity]], including reverence of Catholic [[saint]]s. Other major influences include: Native American religions, Spiritism, and [[shaman|Shamanism]] (sometimes including the use of [[recreational drug|entheogens]]). | In addition to the religious syncretism of these traditions, many also incorporate elements of [[Christianity]], including reverence of Catholic [[saint]]s. Other major influences include: Native American religions, Spiritism, and [[shaman|Shamanism]] (sometimes including the use of [[recreational drug|entheogens]]). | ||
Various "doctoring" traditions also exist, such as Obeah and Hoodoo which focus on spiritual health. | Various "doctoring" traditions also exist, such as Obeah and Hoodoo, which focus on spiritual health. | ||
==Practices== | ==Practices== | ||