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Winti religion in Suriname
Contributed by: Herbert
  • 1. What is the role of a 'mama winti' in Winti practices?
A) Mediator
B) Warrior
C) Merchant
D) Spiritual leader or priestess
  • 2. What is the traditional view of illness in the Winti religion?
A) Illness is a random event
B) Illness is a punishment from the gods
C) Illness is always a result of physical causes
D) Illness can be caused by spiritual imbalance
  • 3. Which element is considered sacred in Winti rituals?
A) Earth
B) Fire
C) Water
D) Air
  • 4. In Winti belief, what is the purpose of 'herbal baths'?
A) To intoxicate the participants
B) To protect against curses
C) To cleanse the body and spirit
D) To invoke specific deities
  • 5. What role does music play in Winti rituals?
A) It is a symbol of power
B) It is purely for entertainment
C) It is used to invoke specific deities
D) It serves as a form of communication with spirits
  • 6. What is the purpose of the 'libation' ritual in Winti ceremonies?
A) To purify the participants
B) To predict the future
C) To honor and communicate with ancestors
D) To banish evil spirits
  • 7. Which Surinamese language is commonly used in Winti ceremonies?
A) Hindi
B) Sranan Tongo
C) English
D) Dutch
  • 8. Which of the following animals is considered sacred in Winti rituals?
A) Snake
B) Eagle
C) Wolf
D) Lion
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