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'A Verdadeira Imagem de Yemanjá': imagem faz parte da série 'M'kumba', de Gui Christ — Foto: Gui Christ/2025 Sony World Photography Awards
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'A Verdadeira Imagem de Yemanjá': imagem faz parte da série 'M'kumba', de Gui Christ — Foto: Gui Christ/2025 Sony World Photography Awards
“When Esu Crossed the Atlantic to Support His People”
A portrait of Afro-Brazilian religious practitioner, Inagê Kaluanã, representing the arrival of the Orixá Exu in Brazil caused by the forced migration of enslaved Yoruba people. Exu is considered the messenger who connects the material world (Aiyê) and the spiritual realm (Òrun), holding profound significance for enslaved communities. It was believed that he could carry their prayers to the divine, offering solace and alleviating their suffering in the face of oppression. Salvador, Brazil.
© Gui Christ, Brazil
Sony World Photography Awards
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M'kumba
White Dots for a Long Life
This portrait represents a ritual called ‘Efun,’ used to ward off death, particularly in a country where dozens of Black people are killed every day. According to Yoruba mythology, death (Iku) is said to fear the guinea fowl. For this reason, in some Afro-Brazilian religions it is traditional to paint neophytes during the initiation process with patterns that mimic the feathers of this bird, symbolising protection to ensure a long and healthy life. São Paulo, Brazil.
Gui Christ, Brazil
Sony World Photography Awards
“M’kumba”
Afro-Brazilian religious practitioners during the Yemanjá festival. Originally held on 31 December, this celebration became one of Brazil’s largest cultural celebrations. However, due to prejudice, Afro-Brazilian religions were forced to change the date of the celebration. In many tourist sites, their rituals were seen as inconvenient by those who gathered on the beaches to celebrate the New Year, leading to resistance from local authorities and other groups.
Gui Christ
Sony World Photography Awards
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vale do amanhecer, gui christ
vale do amanhecer, gui christ.