Spiritual Practices in Venezuela

The video explores the religious and cultural diversity in Venezuela, focusing on the cult of Maria Leona, which blends Catholicism with African Voodoo practices. It highlights the annual pilgrimage to Mount Sorte, where followers engage in possession rituals to heal and solve problems. The narrative follows Walter Gomez, a devotee who undergoes possession to help others, emphasizing the themes of sacrifice and spiritual healing. The video concludes with a celebration of the spirits' work.

What is the primary religion in Venezuela as mentioned in the video?

• Buddhism

• Catholicism

• Hinduism

• Islam

Who is Maria Leona believed to be the daughter of?

• A Spanish noble and an African slave

• A local farmer and a Spanish soldier

• An Indian princess and a conquistador

• A native healer and a European merchant

What is the significance of Mount Sorte in the video?

• It is a historical battlefield

• It is a place for political gatherings

• It is a site for annual spiritual rituals

• It is a popular tourist destination

What is the role of spirit mediums at Mount Sorte?

• To heal illnesses and solve problems

• To entertain the crowd

• To sell spiritual artifacts

• To conduct historical tours

What is the purpose of the bloodletting ritual performed by Walter Gomez?

• To communicate with ancestors

• To gain wealth

• To purify the body

• To summon new spirits

During the possession ritual, what does Walter Gomez not feel?

• Pain

• Hunger

• Fear

• Joy

What does the man seek during the possession ritual?

• Protection from evil spirits

• Atonement for causing his father's suffering

• Forgiveness for his mother

• Guidance for his career

How does Walter Gomez assist others during the possession?

• By providing financial aid

• By offering medical treatment

• By teaching them new rituals

• By reaching out to bad spirits in them

What does Walter Gomez gain from the possession ritual despite the scars?

• Financial reward

• Spiritual enlightenment

• Physical strength

• Emotional detachment

What does Walter Gomez do after the possession ritual is complete?

• He writes about his experiences

• He starts another ritual

• He relaxes and celebrates

• He immediately leaves the site