Officials said the six were practicing a religion similar to Santeria.

Lydia's family then turned to a 74-year-old woman who is familiar with Santeria.

My people are into santeria, and it's in my blood.

The city argues that the effect of the law is not to single out santeria, which might make the measure unconstitutional.

This case involves practices of the Santeria religion, which originated in the 19th century.

The manifestations of the favor Santeria now enjoys are many.

The first time I came into proper contact with Santeria was a couple of years ago.

There is legitimate concern about the cruelty of Santeria sacrifices.

"I don't know of any police officer in this department who believes in santeria," he added.

This melding became known as Santeria, the worship of saints.

According to Santeria teaching, the orishas are powerful but not immortal.

Other times, the dancers look possessed, as in the rituals of santeria, by spirits from Africa.

People who feel that they live on the margins of society, including new immigrants, often say Santeria makes them feel welcome.

Here they'll stay, stacked four high in the uninsulated vin santeria for six years.

They are drawn to Santeria, sometimes called Lukumi, for a host of reasons.

The book fell open at an article about Santeria, one of the religions practised in Cuba.

Broken animal bones that some said bore traces of Santeria rituals were visible.

The animal remains from Santeria rituals and perfectly natural pet deaths also occupy his time, he said.

Although practiced heavily in Cuba, Santeria is a worldwide religion.

It is unclear how the decision will affect the practice of Santeria in the New York area.

The resulting syncretion, or fusion, is Santeria, "the way of the saints."

We found that the law sought to suppress ritualistic animal sacrifices of the Santeria religion.

Catholic symbols are sometimes used in Santeria rituals.

"Santeria" is a cover of the Sublime song.

However, the practice of Santeria on a more regular basis takes place not on the sugar plantations but in the urban areas.