A form of imitative magic.  Originated in the African kingdoms of Fon and Kongo  “Voodoo” means “sacred”, “spirit” or “deity”. 

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A form of imitative magic

 Originated in the African kingdoms of Fon and Kongo  “Voodoo” means “sacred”, “spirit” or “deity”.  places/beliefs-and-traditions/benin_birthofvoodoo.html

 Monotheism(loa)  Oral tradition  Ceremonies & observances Voodoo ceremony in Togo, Africa

Haitian Voodoo  Possession & sacrifice  Bokors  Day-to-day lives of Haitians  Hoodoo

 Suspicion, evil & worshiping of the devil.  Taboo  Spread of disease  Death This Voodoo altar incorporates dolls, bottles and ordinary objects.

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