Louisiana Voodoo

Louisiana Voodoo

In class we discussed different type of Spiritualism and a subtopic of that is Voodoo. Louisiana Voodoo has its roots that tie back to forms of Christianity and has been traced all the way from Africa to New Orleans, Louisiana. People who follow this form of what is known as “New Orleans Voodoo” believe that there is one God who allows people to live their day-to-day lives without interrupting in any way, nor does he have control over the spirits that may have their way through their lives. These spirits, however, have been known to mess with people’s lives in curious ways. They believe that singing and performing dance rituals can communicate with their dead ancestors in which they can also interfere with each and every person who practices Voodoo. Snakes play an important role in this practice. It is a representation of the Voodoo spirit “Legba.” It is said that the snake represents “healing knowledge and the connection between Heaven and Earth.”

Now-a-days Louisiana Voodoo has been known to serve the people answers to certain questions such as things that may happen in the future through their ancestors and the spirits that interfere into their lives. Voodoo has been known to “cure anxiety, addictions, depression, loneliness, and other ailments” A name that is tied very close in New Orleans Voodoo is Marie Laveau who practiced Voodoo in her lifetime. Voodoo brought about the term “gris-gris.” It is said if you keep it with you throughout the day this gris-gris specific to your wish will help you attain your goal such as money or love. This also brought about Voodoo dolls. People have been known to hang voodoo dolls in their houses to “bring protection and prosperity.” There are also many different types of Voodoo dolls with various sizes and colors each with their own meaning. 

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