The animistic aspect of Vodou is reflected in the use of a stalagmite as a fertility altar; female Vodouisants tie their scarves around it, or even embrace it, to tap the stone’s powers to ...

Vodou was brought in the 17th and 18th century ... «These are distractions perpetuated by those who don’t want Haiti to solve its real problems. So they send people into an imaginary religious ...

leading many to wonder if a belief in Vodou creates suggestibility that allows a person to fall into the powder's trance-like state. To this day, the stories of real zombies in Haiti have yet to ...

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Since the arrival of the first Africans in Louisiana, Vodou has been part of New Orleans culture. Happening April 5 and 6, is an exploration and celebration of its customs.

New Orleans is set to commemorate National Vodou Day with a series of events highlighting the spiritual, cultural and historical significance of Vodou. The celebration begins on April 4 featuring ...