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Voodoo is an accepted and recognised spiritual path, followed by a large number of people world wide.
Like all spiritual paths it fill spiritual needs of those who follow it.
Voodoo is not something to be "played with" by the uninitiated but can be researched, studied and in some cases observed if you are interested. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The purpose of Voodoo is the same as other Afrikan spiritual systems and that is to become one with nature, to conect with The Divine One, to conect with the universe.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoVoodoo is practiced as a believe and a faith for the same reasons that any religion or faith is practiced. To better one's life, to make changes, and to become closer with one's Higher Power in hopes of reaching a higher state of enlightenment.
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∙ 10y agoVoodoo is a religion that originated in Western Africa, and moved to Haiti during the slave trade in the 1700's. Voodoo also has a strong presence in New Orleans, where associations with 'black magic' began to arise in the early 19th century. Many associations with Voodoo imply spells or damaging energy through use of idols like the Voodoo doll.
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∙ 14y agoA voodoo doll is a tool that is used to focus energy and intention toward a desired result. They are often personalized for the intention and person they are being used for.
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Where can you get voodoo dolls?
Most people that honestly use voodoo dolls will make them their self to suit their intended purpose.
Do you have to use all seven pins in a voodoo doll?
The amount of pins used in a voodoo doll depends entirely on the purpose of the focus.
Why do jamaican voodoo use bones?
It depends on the purpose, the intent, and the type of bones being used. Voodoo dolls are very personally made items.
What is the goal in doing Voodoo?
Voodoo comes from the Fon language and means the Creator or Omipresents. The purpose of Voodoo is the same as in most Afrikan spiritual systems and that's to be one with nature or to have a great understanding of nature and the universe. To conect with nature and the spiritual world.
What do voodoo people beleve in?
voodoo?....
Is Voodoo dolls related to Vodun voodoo religion?
Personalized Voodoo Dolls are sometimes used in conjures in the Voodoo and Vodun religions.
What is the Finnish word 'voodoo' in English?
The Finnish word voodoo means voodoo in English.
Correct spelling of voodoo?
Voodoo or Voudo.
How can voodoo work?
Voodoo works if you have faith that it does.
How tall is Voodoo?
Voodoo is 178 cm.
What does arms and legs tied up on a voodoo doll mean?
When a Voodoo doll's arms and legs are tied up, that is evidence of a binding spell. The purpose of the spell is to rid yourself of the negative energies of someone who is mentally or emotionally abusing you. If done properly, it will not harm the object of the spell nor will it affect his or her daily life in any way. It will simply make the person powerless to mentally or emotionally harm you or anyone else. See the books, Voodoo Dolls in Magick and Ritual and the Voodoo Doll Spellbook for more information on Voodoo Dolls. You can find these at Amazon.com or at Planet Voodoo (.planetvoodoo.com) A couple of blogs that are helpful are Ask Voodoo Mama, (askvoodoomama.blogspot.com) where the Dear Abby of Voodoo answers questions about Voodoo Dolls, and the Art of Conjure n' Hoodoo where you can read all about various aspects of hoodoo and conjure spells and such (conjureart.blogspot.com).
When was Voodoo Queens created?
Voodoo Queens was created in 1992.
