When a deity out-zones the loggers, nature wins — and the Zangbéto makes a better forest ranger than any permit.
How a spiritual practice is preserving Benin’s mangroves
In Benin, Vodun spiritual leaders invoke the Zangbéto deity to create sacred mangrove sanctuaries. These religious protections prohibit cutting or destruction, effectively conserving the dwindling coastal forests. The practice merges ancient faith with modern conservation, offering a sustainable model for preserving ecosystems through cultural reverence.
Source: How a spiritual practice is preserving Benin’s mangroves — Mongabay Conservation
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