Religion
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Miracles in Old San JuanKnown as “ the miracle shrine,” Capilla Del Cristo was built in Old San Juan to commemorate what legend alleges was a miracle. One love, many faithsChristianity dominates Caribbean, but the region is full of its many variations, and diverse religious practices. Slaves from Africa brought their own spiritual beliefs, which became entirely new religions. _ |
VideoHaitian voudouVideo courtesy National Geographic. Feature StoriesChurches steeped in traditionChurches in the Virgin Islands offer more than places to worship. Click for more. Capilla del CristoThis small chapel with an ornate alter of silver and gold, at the end of the posh shopping street, is a landmark in Old San Juan. Visitors of faith often make a pilgrimage to the chapel in hopes of being granted an answer to their prayers Click for more. She sings her faithShe has been a television and radio talent, public relations officer for a former Virgin Islands governor, dancer, high fashion model, beauty pageant winner and biochemist. Aquanette Chinnery is also an award winning painter, singer, songwriter and attorney who practices law in St.Thomas. But the role she cherishes the most is Born Again Christian and Gospel performer. Click for more. One love, many faithsChristianity dominates Caribbean, but the region is full of its many variations, and diverse beliefs. Click for more. Muslims in the CaribbeanMuslims in the Caribbean represent distinctive styles of minority and Diaspora experiences. Learn more here A synagogue in St. ThomasSt. Thomas Synagogue, built in 1833, is the second-oldest synagogue and longest in continuous use now under the American flag .Read more here |
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