Soul Food: Santeria
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'Soul Food' host Kiran Deol finds herself in the heart of Hollywood, where she meets up with well-respected Santeria priest Santero Charles Guelperin at his Botanica. She sets out to experience one of the fastest-growing religions in the United States-the often misunderstood Santeria-and to examine its close relationship to food.
Santero Charles clues Kiran in on Santeria’s food practices, explaining that 90 percent of his religion is offerings of food to the Orishas and that those who practice Santeria believe that “food is godly.” Each one of the Orishas has a favorite food, and pomegranates, toasted corn mixed with palm oil, coconuts, and white yams all carry special symbolism and importance.
Santero Charles invites Kiran to his home to celebrate Babalú-Ayé-which is likened to the Catholic Saint Lazarus-to help him and his godson Charlie prepare food for the offerings and participate in a cleansing ceremony alongside his godchildren, fellow Santeros, and guests. Kiran catches a rare glimpse at this secretive religion and learns that as long as there’s food involved (pizza, in her case), there's the opportunity to find common ground.
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At this moment is when I've discovered that the Santeria is not necessary a religion but way of life and sense of deeply rooted spirituality.
@salpena6779
4 жыл бұрын
Renzo Paterson and demon worship
@Mollywoo
4 жыл бұрын
Sal Pena your a fucking bum
@csantana9
4 жыл бұрын
It is evil, repent and believe in the gospel of Jesus Christ for salvation.
@sashacabrera5917
4 жыл бұрын
You guy respect because this is a beautiful religion and it is a religion ok so if you don’t know don’t talk and we do believe in and in Jesus Christ ok
@LongLostYellowRanger
4 жыл бұрын
@@csantana9 I never understood why you Jesus people come over here to bother those who worship differently.
Thanks for this one. As someone who lives in New Orleans and a culture that's drenched in Spirit, it was wonderful to hear such an honest man talk so clearly. This guy is totally real and wonderful, thanks for filming this guy.
@renzopeterson153
5 жыл бұрын
Huh bra, say dog it's all connected dog. The Haitians gave New Orleans it's signature flavor, and a lot of them have Nigerian blood. The Cubans have it too. Picture the Cubans and Haitains hooked up against the Spanish.
@nollywoodwestafrica9845
5 жыл бұрын
Santeria originates from Nigeria. Nigerians have migrated to just about every corner of the world. Some of the names o have heard mentioned are yoruba. So when people migrated to different countries the name changed.
@RebirthwithLaTonia
5 жыл бұрын
Indeed!
@djpioneer937
4 жыл бұрын
@@renzopeterson153 it was already here before Haitian immigration into N.O. we all git it from nigeria
@santo8389
4 ай бұрын
@@djpioneer937 It was there before Haitian immigration..but it definitely adapted Haitian Vodou influence once the Haitians arrived.
Our African Ancestors were so intelligent. It didn't matter how Europeans attempted to stop the African traditions, the Africans found ways to keep life going for future generations.
@robertrodriguez7653
4 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez boy fuck off
@SnapShawwtyTv
4 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez 😂 no disrespect but you are in fact the BLIND FOOL ! Damn that brain washing was real !
@salpena6779
4 жыл бұрын
Great way to keep serving Satan
@SnapShawwtyTv
4 жыл бұрын
Sal Pena how about you keep serving yours while we keep serving ours ... no disrespect but just because you don’t do or understand doesn’t make what others do wrong or in fact making it have anything to do with satan ! It’s plenty of religions that actually tell you they worship satan and show you exactly what they do to do it.. not one time was his name mentioned so you prob should look up satan worshipping and leave that comment under their videos !
@salpena6779
4 жыл бұрын
Snap Shawwty hahahahah Ogún elegía obatala Yemenya Oshun chango I’ve helped people be free from them they serve Satan and so does anyone who practices it Santería palo Mayumbe is satanic I’m surprised they don’t tell you this and you don’t know this the sprits them selves have told me that the God I serve I stronger and I have video proof
This is what makes our world beautiful. I am Roman Catholic but one thing all religions have in common is wanting good health and prosperity. Loved it
@picsoritdidnthappen665
5 жыл бұрын
@VICELORD GDK they don't sacrifice babies.
@JJ-pl5cj
2 жыл бұрын
Witchcraft is what makes the world beautiful???
@amberharmsen2497
Жыл бұрын
@@JJ-pl5cj I would actually agree with that We are one of the few practices in this world that actually cares about the environment more than anyone else Wiccan rule even dictates that for every ritual element you leave on this earth you pick up 3 times it’s weight in trash
@amberharmsen2497
Жыл бұрын
Wicca is the religion Witchcraft is the practice
@JJ-pl5cj
Жыл бұрын
@@amberharmsen2497 Galatians 5:19-21 19 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery; 20 idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions 21 and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like this will not inherit the kingdom of God.
Im Yoruba. Born in Nigeria came to the usa when i was 2 months old. Im just now starting to realize how much of an impact the Yoruba culture has made across the world. It gives me goosebumps. Im starting to realize the Yoruba people have been around going back as far as the israelites. Probable even further. Im on new a new adventure trying to discover more about the history of my people. Where there is smoke there is fire. Once i started to realize that alot of black people have nigerian heritage. I knew there had to be more to this.
@audi_steve8363
3 жыл бұрын
Yoruba is older than the Bible. The Israelites didn’t really exist. The entire Bible is a mixture of various African cultures from ancient Egyptians to yoruba
@kimberlyglen7744
2 жыл бұрын
It’s so refreshing to hear African beliefs presented in such a beautiful light
@jaym5601
Жыл бұрын
Ashé my brother I’m Mexican American trust they stole more than people and land our people where the truth that’s why the system tries to push brown against black agenda till this day
@kevinemmanuel8525
Жыл бұрын
There's so much Influence of Religion from west and central africa in Cuba, yoruba, Efik Ibibio, Igbo, Ijaw. You can Take africans out of africa, but you can't take africa out of africans
@Rflows100
Жыл бұрын
Jesus Is the only way. Look at all the work they have to do. All I have to do is keep praying, repent and look to Yeshua who is my savior. In doing all that one will be covered by the full protection of THE MOST HIGH
I love how people are criticizing Santeria like It's nothing but if someone condemns a more common religion (like Christianity), all hell would break loose and an international war would start in the comment section.
@jordidevelde
5 жыл бұрын
@Pancake Batter 🖕
@jordidevelde
5 жыл бұрын
@VICELORD GDK 🖕
@wolfheart2443
5 жыл бұрын
@VICELORD GDK In the bible some sacrified animals for God, with that being said, where do you get they worship demons or satan?
@vasiliaskobliska3242
5 жыл бұрын
@VICELORD GDK You're fucking stupid, open your mind before your mouth, sheep!
@redsnake3751
5 жыл бұрын
@VICELORD GDK false. No such thing as human sacrifice un Santeria. Dont make things up if you have never ever participated in a ritual. Nonsense from false religious people
Possibly one of the coolest voices ever
she really wanted that pizza.
Being Haitian we have the same roots with Santeria through Voodoo. Same entities, different names.
@wolfheart2443
5 жыл бұрын
@Stanley Dougé Thank you
@AuthorLHollingsworth
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, it's similar. Those Africans that were brought through the Antlantic Slave Trade used many names for the Orishas around the world. Our ancestors were so smart.
@TheHateStudios
4 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez AMEN AMEN
@ScourgeIsTheBest123
4 жыл бұрын
@Stephanie Gonzalez nah that's why you're batshit fucking crazy
@Mr305prince
4 жыл бұрын
@Stephanie Gonzalez so why are you in here watching satan document of a vodou priest. Im guessing your low key serving the black gods of my african ancestor lol
I watched the other documentary on this santero and I fell in love he's so knowledgeable I'd I've to learn from him and get initiated
@ericsalidbar1693
4 жыл бұрын
What was the name of this other documentary
@Mr305prince
4 жыл бұрын
Why get initiated?
@chrislynnemartin3787
4 жыл бұрын
@@ericsalidbar1693 the name of the video is Santeria- Fusión of the Gods. Interview with a santero. Documentary
@lokiii1771
4 жыл бұрын
Adrian if it wasn’t for god this religion would be nothing u might have a bad opinion because yes there is bad people and they lie but u probably haven’t met the good people this religion is really different on people perspective because u are not used to it
@78625amginE
3 жыл бұрын
Or just read some science books and stop with the adult fairytales 🧐
Correction: Lukumi ( Santeria) is secretive to protect the traditions of the spirituality from being exploited.
@askme4450
4 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez La migra
@lenakrystynatw
3 жыл бұрын
That part 🤍
@JuanitaPadron1951
2 жыл бұрын
THIS TRADITION SHOULDN'T BE USED TO TURN ON FAMILY OR TO DO VOO.DOO BRUJERIA ON THEM SIMPLY BECAUSE YOU LOST A LOVED ONE SMH SAD BUT UP THERE IS A GOD AND KARMA EXISTS 🙏🏼 🙌 😌 ✨ 😉 SANTERIA SMH I BELIEVE IN BATHS AND GOD AND KARMA NOT KILLING CHICKENS ALL THE BACTERIA ETC. THEY CARRY BUT W.E. TO EACH IT'S OWN I JUST WANT MY SIBLING AND HER HUSBAND AND MY STEP-FATHER TO LEAVE ME AND MY SON ALONE FOREVER ANX FOR GOOD AMEN 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@voyagervault4003
Жыл бұрын
That means there's something horribly wrong with it
i'm practice santeria and to read these comments of such ignorance is really annoying. why judge someone that practices a religion that might be a little odd to people who have never heard of it?
@jmath1978
5 жыл бұрын
A'se sister!
@ScribblebytesWorldwide
5 жыл бұрын
As a Christian I have to lean on the words of Jesus here and say "According to your belief, let it be unto you". Ayizan
@andrewortiz9226
5 жыл бұрын
@@ScribblebytesWorldwide I used to practice santeria but I converted to islam and there is only One God!!
@zombie5064744
5 жыл бұрын
@Stephanie Gonzalez more than likely you are going to end up in hell you spread nothing but hate you don't practice what you preach bitch
@Kanal7Indonesia
5 жыл бұрын
stop sacrificing innocent animals
they need to make a docu on haitian vodou just like this
@youngmula7174
7 жыл бұрын
jean baptiste they just did
@sevite3535
6 жыл бұрын
Young Mula where is it
@elisafaj80
5 жыл бұрын
They have one. I seen a few on youtube luv
@TheHateStudios
4 жыл бұрын
Izora Devine You just watched it lol
@thebridge5483
4 жыл бұрын
TheHateStudios lol
Such close minded people disliking this video because there is a different religion tied to the food, kind of sad actually.
@grayslim6194
5 жыл бұрын
VICELORD GDK better than celebrating white Jesus
@jordidevelde
5 жыл бұрын
@Pancake Batter 🖕
@Izzyforeverlace8chrome
3 жыл бұрын
Not closed minded, very educated people, including myself - People do understand this - we've been taught by John Ramirez who explains it perfectly. He was a master at this. But fortunately for him, Jesus Christ saved his life from eternal hell and damnation.
@audi_steve8363
2 жыл бұрын
@@Izzyforeverlace8chrome yet Christianity is responsible for thousands of deaths even those Africans that wanted to keep their tradition going
@skepticseeker
Жыл бұрын
@@Izzyforeverlace8chrome where did jesus say he is god?
He’s so well spoken and humble
@marymotherofgod4861
7 ай бұрын
Right I love his energy 🙏💜✝️🔥🔥🔥
people judge what's different and what they dont understand
@wolfheart2443
5 жыл бұрын
@VICELORD GDK Come from one who calls himself ViceLORD. Really. Hipocrite
@kertrowlins3954
4 жыл бұрын
Your an idiot! Comming from a Catholic/Christian!!
@Izzyforeverlace8chrome
3 жыл бұрын
People do understand this - we've been taught by John Ramirez who explains it perfectly. He was a master at this. But fortunately for him, Jesus Christ saved his life from eternal hell and damnation.
@MOGO8907
Жыл бұрын
They have every right to judge. Santeria is not a harmless "religion". This guy is playing ya'll. Only this generation of snowflakes are fooled into this BS.
i loved this episode so much. it really illustrated how Santeria is just a personal way to express emotions and give thanks.
@balkajian
Жыл бұрын
Repent and believe in Jesus christ the only way to the kingdom of God.
the comments below are pure ignorance
@ryangrimshaw8120
9 жыл бұрын
Eden Richardson you got that right
@jmath1978
5 жыл бұрын
@Pancake Batter Who made the deciever? Who made good and evil?
@jmath1978
5 жыл бұрын
@Kurt Kugel I believe everything is already programmed to happened just like Satan is programed to be Satan.
@Jaymarcomoprime
4 жыл бұрын
@Pancake Batter lol. You're funny
@yazzy9828
3 жыл бұрын
@Adrian not everyone is Christian and goes by the Christian way of life
I wasn't feeling the interviewers style of engagement.
@devongamboa8611
5 жыл бұрын
Same I feel like she's too much
@thebridge5483
4 жыл бұрын
robert mann 😭😭😭
@thebridge5483
4 жыл бұрын
robert mann you think being Indian she could relate more but nah she colonized 😭
I had to analyze this religion for a class but learning of their customs and food truly was so interesting to watch!
If there’s something that I’ve learned during my life is “never judge a book from its cover” and I’m not judging Santeria either because I don’t speak if I don’t know. However, I took part in a spiritual mass and it was nothing satanic. I’m catholic and I will keep being catholic but I don’t see anything so negative. People are ignorant and blind: I don’t say “convert”, but at least know what we are talking about instead of condemn this religion. If you are so scared of Satan (and you should be) why don’t you worry about all the pedophiles in all Christian churches: that’s evil, not these people who are doing their business!
@vze21gwa
5 жыл бұрын
Two wrongs don't make a right. Those pedophiles as well as these Santeros will receive their punishment from God.
@marialex2022
Жыл бұрын
@@vze21gwa sorry where is pedophilia in this religion explain to me all those priest who raped and force children who where homeless and disable and even so your church protects them and those who died at their hands to impose their belief on them also i dont listen to a danm book that was manipulated by humans at their convenience we do not kill or harm children much less impose our beliefs people come because they want to
@MOGO8907
Жыл бұрын
there are so many so called Catholics in this thread who don't know Jesus. Gives us God fearing Catholics a bad rep.
Great little Documentary. Very interesting. Always great to learn about new cultures and traditions @Munchies
@ryangrimshaw8120
9 жыл бұрын
Rahul Maharaj agreed
@chirpnun
8 жыл бұрын
+Rahul Maharaj yup. interesting indeed
@ramogize
4 жыл бұрын
See page 15 and 33 www.slideshare.net/k24s3/unmaskingthedevilbyjohnramirez kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2VlrplqgKeZfNo.html
I died when he said "pretty lady" and then when she kissed the ritualistic sticks and said "good girl", LMFAOOO but it's true, this girl has a radiant personality, great journalism skills, and extremely stunningly gorgeous.
"I love a lady a smoka cigar" me too 😉 This is a beautiful display!
This was informative & I'm glad to see this spirituality on display.
@ramogize
4 жыл бұрын
See page 15 and 33 www.slideshare.net/k24s3/unmaskingthedevilbyjohnramirez kzread.info/dash/bejne/e2VlrplqgKeZfNo.html
I'm very interested in practicing this religion. I respect it so much
Ashé
@wolfheart2443
5 жыл бұрын
ASHE !!!!
@muffychao2373
5 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez Lol! Amen Yah is the only true and only one above all😇
@bjl510blkman
5 жыл бұрын
@Stephanie Gonzalez jesus was gay.
@LauraPerez-qb5od
Жыл бұрын
Ashé para ti ❤
This made me cry...i love his voice id like for him to be my godfather i could learn soooo much
I will love to meet this man. Love my ancestors. ASHE
This video was like watching my child hood any first generation Cuban will know what I mean so nostalgic I’m away at collage and I miss my father thank you for this video
This man is the realest ive seen he got his place decked out and has the knowledge 💯🙌🏼
Such a beautiful religion.
@Nothingreallytoseehere
4 жыл бұрын
It really is 💗 , I wish people weren't so judgemental .
@MOGO8907
Жыл бұрын
Wicked and evil is more like it. Look up ex witch testimonies on youtube. They'll tell you the truth this charlatan won't say.
💛💛💛💛💛 I RESPECT IT.
Thank you for the enlightenment.
everything was so beautiful 🥰
Kiran is adorable!
What's with all the dislikes? People not open-minded enough to experience a new way of thinking? Or was there simply not enough food in this episode?
You couldn't have explained it better. This is my religion and im blessed to have found the orishas.
ThankU for sharing and posting.
Omo Yemaya if people know about this religion don’t talk I love this religion and it has open my eye to new and good thing and we do believe in god and in Jesus Christ
I love the Orishas!
I’m looking at some of the comments, people are so ignorant to what they don’t understand, people eyes and mind are so closed.
@NANA-ci1yg
4 жыл бұрын
What is this, the Salem witch trials?
Such a gorgeous video. Thank you for your respect. And long live St Pizza ❤🎉
Casa Obatala! 🤗🥰 the santero is so pure! 🤗🤗🤗
I love my San Lazaro ❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼 My elegua too !
This is so close to brazilian candomblé! Uaaau!
@5dfutanarii
3 жыл бұрын
Candomblé and Santeria have the same origin, that’s why they’re so similar 😊
loved it
Ashe blessing for all witches and Santeros out there I’m a witch but (I’m cuban) so yes i like Santeria and everyone In my family are Santeros and witches 🇨🇺❤️🔮
@marialex2022
Жыл бұрын
ekobia que bola
He is such a dear man I would love to meet him and have conversations about life.
I was expecting them to eat some fancy Nigerian dinner, but instead they bust out the ziti and Ragu? lol
Either way this was interesting
Blessed to be apart of this beautiful religion.
She’s cute!!😍😍
I waited all that time for ziti.
Why are there so many haters on this, pretty sad to see.
@usernotavailablecode
4 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez lol u so scared. BOO!
@user-ti4dl8tw7h
4 жыл бұрын
Ignorance
@zvexx5080
4 жыл бұрын
Stephanie Gonzalez you’re so ignorant, if you really loved Jesus Christ you would know that he would want everyone to love one another no matter what
This guy reminds me of the old man in kill bill 2. The pimp who was smoking lol
@The_Isaiahnator
4 жыл бұрын
For real.
Gotta love the explanation videos 😅 not one person has been honest or even given the same meanings/reasons
charlie has the most incredible voice
WONDERFUL VIDEO...I WISH I CAN MEET THAT SANTERO
@vilmachavez7983
5 жыл бұрын
facebook.com/charles.guelperin or call him (323) 463-5736
@jmath1978
5 жыл бұрын
@Erik Sanchez Why?
@user-ti4dl8tw7h
4 жыл бұрын
@Erik Sanchez what happened
This was well done. Quality work documenting a sacred tradition.
interesting....I'm intrigued
I don't practice Santeria, I ain't got no crystal ball
I love it when she kissed the Orisha
Salve São Lázaro! Salve As Almas do Cruzeiro! Salve A Santeria! Salve A Umbanda! Gratidão! Axé Paz Profunda!
is that guy the voice actor for the old wow intros? :o
Being possessed doesn’t sound too good. Kind of scary actually, makes you vulnerable to anything from the other side.
Mi padre San Lazaro !!! IBURU Y BOYA Y BOCHECHE
This girl is Gorgeous!!!
Im eating tomato chicken during watching this. Her laughing is amazing...
@joeroberts2156
9 жыл бұрын
aceviewier how high?
My ex girlfriend was into Santeria and another one in Vodou n Yoruba. I remember going to a Voudo exhibit in Chicago biut 7-8 years ago n being very nauseated. Only time i got nauseated was on a boat as a child, interesting. Im sensitive to spiritual things n people been that way ever since i was young. My mom used to take me to the botanica on Central ave as a kid to get her candles n remedies. I was always asking questions but not getting clear answers.
Generosity is Shown opening the home. ❤️
"Thou shalt have no other gods before Me." The first Commandment written by God on stone.
@akanudoesu999
4 ай бұрын
So that the slaves can be brainwashed very well 😂
Interesting 🤔
Damnnnn look at those dislikes
i thought when reading soul food this episode got to do with the southern cooking and all i guess i was wrong
Wayyy over her head.
Sublime brought me here.
Religion based on good food? count me in!
WHAT THE TRACK ID AT 12:00 ? :)
I'm writing a paper on Religion and Food, by any chance does anyone know whether or not some of these dishes that are offered to the Orishas are consumed, or can be consumed on ordinary days when not offered to the Orisha?
@lulumariethk7385
8 жыл бұрын
Hi there are you still doing your paper?
@diegomarceloramirez2607
8 жыл бұрын
Hello, I have already submitted my paper, last semester to my professor.
@Idgaf0rk
4 жыл бұрын
Diego Marcelo Ramirez hi Diego I’m doing a paper on this too.. I’m focusing on rum tobacco and something called callaloo that was brought from Africa and all the slaves took that with them to different parts of the Caribbean.. would you mind sharing any information on how these ingredients play a role in spirituality?
Is this the Brazilian candomblé called by other name or it’s just too similar?
@gameboyhotline3712
5 жыл бұрын
Branches from the same tree
I want to meet Charles!
Where are the drums
Wow... ok.
Charles is cool 😎
Kiran Deol has a very, very big nose. She could take one breath and it would last all day!
I was brought up within this circle back home In Puerto Rico and ive’d always felt conflicted torch its violent nature. fusion of the gods? water and cooking oil dont mix.
Is this what Ricky Ricardo always would sing about In I love lucy?
@user-ex5fi9yx3u
4 жыл бұрын
Actually, yes.
This is INSANE -
No, it’s secretive because it’s African in origin and our ancestors as slaves had to cloak our practices in catholic things.
She is beautiful
Personally I'm white native American and Mexican and I'm VERY loyal to Haitian Voodoo! African diasporic religions are meant for all races in my opinion! Religion has nothing to do with race because in my religion the gods know that there are good people and bad people! And as for my ancestry I'm French German Irish English Italian , (most likely) Anasazi , Spanish and Aztec Indian and my life dramatically/prodigiously improved for the better! Thank you all and have a wonderful Day
As a cuban Santero, I feel seen!
Proud Wiccan-Pagan 🔮✨⭐🦉❤❤
woww, this is some of the realest stuff I've heard. he is partly on point , but about the statues/animal sacrifices I'm against, and few other things. but yes. he is 40% on point.
Finish the Lyrics "I don't practice Santeria, I ain't got no crystal ball......
What if Charlie said welcome i will show u my shrine and proceed to unzip his pants lol
Why does his voice sound so familiar?
Só tenho eu de brasileiro aqui
Ashe Baba