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Who are Zanahary and Andriamanitra in traditional Malagasy religion?
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In traditional Malagasy religion, Zanahary and Andriamanitra are names used to refer to the supreme being. Zanahary is translated as the Creator, while Andriamanitra is known as the Fragrant One.1
Traditional Malagasy belief systems are primarily centered on ancestor worship, where the deceased are believed to influence the lives of the living from their tombs. In addition to the supreme being, these traditions include a belief in local spirits and a complex system of taboos that guide daily life.1