Mãe Menininha do Gantois

Mãe Menininha do Gantois was a revered ialorixá and a foundational figure in the Candomblé religion in Brazil. Celebrated for her spiritual leadership and dedication to preserving African cultural traditions, she played a crucial role in the development of the Terreiro do Gantois, one of the oldest and most significant Candomblé houses in the country. Mãe Menininha's influence extended beyond religion, as she became a symbol of cultural pride and identity for Afro-Brazilians. Her legacy continues through her descendants, including her daughter, Mãe Carmen de Oxaguian.