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* [[Wikipedia:Ogoun|Ogun]] reigns over fire, iron, hunting, politics and war. He is described as being mighty, powerful, triumphal, though he can also be full of rage and destruction. He is able to give strength to men through prophecy and magic. |
* [[Wikipedia:Ogoun|Ogun]] reigns over fire, iron, hunting, politics and war. He is described as being mighty, powerful, triumphal, though he can also be full of rage and destruction. He is able to give strength to men through prophecy and magic. |
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* Several popular depictions about Vodou, including the creation of zombies or the use of the "voodoo doll", are either routed in other religions entirely or widely misconstrued from their original purpose within the religion. |
* Several popular depictions about Vodou, including the creation of zombies or the use of the "voodoo doll", are either routed in other religions entirely or widely misconstrued from their original purpose within the religion. |
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* Though 80% of Haitians are considered Roman Catholic (the official religion of [[Haiti]]), about half practice Vodou, usually concurrently with other religions. In fact, most Vodoun sects require members to become Roman Catholic first. Most Haitians do not view Vodou as a standalone religion. |
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Vodou, Voodoo, or Vudu is an African-originated religion brought to the Americas by African slaves. It is common throughout Central and South America and widely adhered to in Haiti. Vodou is still in practice today.
About
Graphic Novel:It Takes a Village, Part 1
The Haitian remembers how his father Guillame, a Vodou priest, used the favor of the Loa (and his power) to protect his village from the Duvaliers and their Tonton Macoutes. When the terrorists present a danger to the community, Guillame calmly says, "I walk with Legba and Ogun. I lay with Samara and Delun."
Notes
- The Houngan is the male High Priest and is responsible for preserving religious traditions and for maintainting relationships between the spirits and the community.
- The Loa are the spirits whom the Haitians must serve. During rituals, the Houngan can summon the Loa to take part in the service, receive offerings, and grant requests.
- Legba is "the voice of God." As the intermediary between the Loa and man, Legba facilitates communication, speech and understanding.
- Ogun reigns over fire, iron, hunting, politics and war. He is described as being mighty, powerful, triumphal, though he can also be full of rage and destruction. He is able to give strength to men through prophecy and magic.
- Several popular depictions about Vodou, including the creation of zombies or the use of the "voodoo doll", are either routed in other religions entirely or widely misconstrued from their original purpose within the religion.
Trivia
- Though 80% of Haitians are considered Roman Catholic (the official religion of Haiti), about half practice Vodou, usually concurrently with other religions. In fact, most Vodoun sects require members to become Roman Catholic first. Most Haitians do not view Vodou as a standalone religion.