Tonight is sacred to Iemanjá, Afro-Brazilian Goddess of the Sea. All over Brazil, millions of people dressed in white are carrying red roses and white flowers to the ocean to toss them into the waves as an offering. May Iemanjá, the essence of Motherhood and fierce protector of children, bring you peace and plenty in the New Year.
[…] offerings of white flowers and candles are meant to appease the Goddess of the Sea, who is known for blessing mothers and children. Offerings to Iemanja are […]