The Bizarre Voodoo World Of New Orleans
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Voodoo history, practices, and prominent figures in New Orleans, including Marie Laveau and Bloody Mary, are explored, highlighting the positive aspects of voodoo but also its negative portrayal in the media and potential dangers in the wrong hands. The text concludes with a discussion around the realism of ghosts and a teaser for the upcoming BuzzFeed Unsolved True Crime series with promises of a depressing, bloody, and gory season.
Insights
- Voodoo, originating in West Africa, is a positive practice focused on helping the sick and guiding individuals through struggles, with altars used to communicate with spirits.
- The history of voodoo in New Orleans is intertwined with prominent figures like Marie Laveau, leading to negative media portrayals that drove the practice underground, while modern-day practitioners like Bloody Mary blend old and new school voodoo teachings.
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Recent questions
What is the origin of voodoo?
Voodoo originated in West Africa, particularly Benin, where it means spirit.
Who was Marie Laveau?
Marie Laveau was a prominent figure in New Orleans voodoo history.
What are the cities of the dead in New Orleans?
New Orleans' above-ground cemeteries are known as cities of the dead.
What is the significance of the haunted apartment in New Orleans?
The haunted apartment in New Orleans served as a voodoo temple on the first floor and is reportedly haunted on the second floor.
What is the conclusion about voodoo's ability to contact the spirit world?
Voodoo is portrayed as a practice that can be positive but may turn negative in the wrong hands, leaving the question of its ability to contact the spirit world unsolved.
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