Voodoo Woman
by Voodoo, it hurts until the needle is removed or is it myth?
A light hearted look at the practice of Voodoo.
The author of this article does not practice voodoo worship, but is interested in the history and its background effect on tribal hysteria and musical influences.
Voodoo worship is seen as a sin by some and as a powerful god by others. Some folk see the Voodoo doll as harmless and others see it as a tool of power.
When we think of Voodoo, we think of a type of doll, that has straw like hair and a stuffed cloth body. It is thought that if you make a doll like image of an enemy and stick pins into a certain area of their body, for example, the abdomen, they will experience pain in that area, until you stop.
Spells are cast.
The word Voodoo interpreted, means ’spirit of the god’, it is an activity thought to be founded amongst the African community. It is still practiced today.
We think of it as a weapon of evil to hurt others, by sticking needles and pins into it. In some cultures it is seen as a means to reproduce life that is lost.
The national Geographic has a very good video of voodoo activity today.
In the music world Voodoo has been written about and singers have spread the word.
Jimi Hendrix sang of his Voodoo Child as did Stevie Ray Vaughan
John Leyton had his own version, he sang of a Voodoo woman under his spell
Voodoo is not a worship of false gods for some and a practice of healing for others, either way it is a subject that captures the imagination.
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Post CommentHein Marais
On January 28, 2009 at 5:08 am
It is certainly a very interesting and controversial subject.
Christine Ramsay
On January 28, 2009 at 5:25 am
Another good article Glynis. Voodoo is an interesting topic and I know there are a lot of people who dabble in it. It sounds scary to me.
Yours
Christine
Geri Ohara
On January 28, 2009 at 5:26 am
Thanks Glynis, it is a fascinating subject
Anna Ski
On January 28, 2009 at 5:46 am
Interesting article.
I do believe that there is some sort of super powered magic and if you have ever experienced it you would not believe the strength it has.
I know someone that had black magic done and then they were cured by the good. The person was at first dying from being obsessed that they were sick, but in fact there was no sickness confirmed by not one but two different doctors. Then when he was cured by the good magic, his appearance changed from being totally withdrawn to being normal again. I saw it with my own two eyes, otherwise I wouldn’t have believed it!!! Freaky!
Timothy P Stavert
On January 28, 2009 at 5:49 am
Hi Glynis
This is another interesting topic you have hit on and I hope you will add to this, because it hasn’t just really caught my imagination, I feel there is more in the market to be explored on the subject.
If you do look further into Voodoo, I shall be watching with interest.
Good Luck and Best Wishes
Tim
Glynis Smy
On January 28, 2009 at 6:16 am
Thanks all.
Timothy I did say it is a light hearted look at the subject. I am not going any deeper into the subject, I am sorry you have no imagination,,,sorry I mean I am sorry I did not capture your imagination…I think Fegger will appreciate this as we have been discussing it recently.
nutuba
On January 28, 2009 at 6:17 am
Wonderful and informative writing! Great choice of music too. I do prefer Jimi’s version over SRV’s, but both are good. This was entertaining!
Fegger
On January 28, 2009 at 6:49 am
In order for a Voodoo doll to be functional it requires a personal artifact or contribution from whom the doll is to represent. For example, my doll is incomplete until Glynis forwards the lock of hair that I requested. Once she complies, my doll is complete and I can begin making her life more miserable that I have already. LU
Louie Jerome
On January 28, 2009 at 8:52 am
Interesting article!
lindalulu
On January 28, 2009 at 8:57 am
Great article Glynis. I got a voodoo doll when I was in New Orleans. I have read about them but have yet to cast the spell….
Glynis Smy
On January 28, 2009 at 9:08 am
Thank you my friends and Fegger! LOL
Hasn’t my golden lock arrived yet?
Lauren Axelrod
On January 28, 2009 at 3:21 pm
Voodoo is really interesting to me and trust me, I have thought about trying it some people. lol
nobert soloria bermosa
On January 28, 2009 at 3:40 pm
i am always interested about voodoo,and even watch movies about it
Joni Keith
On January 28, 2009 at 3:45 pm
This is an interesting article, Glynis. I’ve always thought of Voodoo as a dark magic and so have avoided it. I see now that Voodoo is not used to cause harm when used by some. Thanks for enlightening me.
Ruby Hawk
On January 28, 2009 at 6:55 pm
I have always been interested in voodoo, too. Many people do not understand it is only another religion and is still practiced. Thanks for the info.
S M Blomker
On January 28, 2009 at 11:29 pm
yes, voodoo can be said as meaning a lot of different things. Religion of any kind can be a taboo subject for many people.
PR Mace
On January 29, 2009 at 12:21 am
I knew a lady, a nurse I worked with in Texas, that practiced voodoo. She could be a scary person. I think she wanted to be. She was finally fired when she tried to curse our nurse manager. This is true. I found this quite an interesting article. Good work.
Yovita Siswati
On January 29, 2009 at 12:59 am
Voodoo is always a mysteriously interesting subject to talk about. Great work!
Inna Tysoe
On January 29, 2009 at 1:54 am
Voodoo has always fascinated me. Thanks for that.
Inna
Glynis Smy
On January 29, 2009 at 3:47 am
Thanks for your input and comments.
Lauren I know what you mean!
Pam, I had a nurse manager I could have practised on!! LOl
papaleng
On January 29, 2009 at 11:17 am
Certainly Voodoo is a debatable issue, but I myself believe in this for I have known a lot of these people who practice the art.
Sotiris
On January 29, 2009 at 3:39 pm
Voodoo is dark magic. It doesn’t affect you if you believe in God
James DeVere
On January 29, 2009 at 9:09 pm
Voodoo economics is a term used to descibe how people run our economies. Nice article. I think in the US they mix Catholicism with traditional Voodooism or some such.
Thanks . j
Lisa Clayton Williams
On January 30, 2009 at 12:41 pm
Really interesting, fun article to read through and listen to. Very well put together!!
Darlene McFarlane
On January 30, 2009 at 2:55 pm
Thanks, Glynis for the great read. I too have had an interest in the history of Voodoo which made this write even more interesting.
S A JOHNSON
On January 31, 2009 at 3:03 am
cool article.
AC Hamilton III
On January 31, 2009 at 9:46 am
Really interesting to learn about new and various things;the mind craves to learn, and the same mind can be convinced to do many things by influence and persuasion; including being sick and such. For example, just a stern look to one of my daughters, and she was convinced she just got spanked with fury, with tears and all. Lol (wink) Good piece, my friend.
Debra.
On February 1, 2009 at 9:19 am
Interesting article, Glynis. Voodoo has always been a fascinating subject to me.
Clay Hurtubise
On February 1, 2009 at 3:00 pm
I made a voodoo doll of my banker and emptied his pockets. Look at the mess I made!
Interesting in the NG video… all references are that the child be resurrected in 3 days… some things never change!
Thanks,
Clay
spiritwalker
On February 2, 2009 at 10:02 pm
one word…Erzulie..godess of love. Nice write.
Maria Blazz
On February 3, 2009 at 9:34 am
Interesting article!
Kate Smedley
On February 6, 2009 at 2:05 am
This is a fascinating article, enjoyed it very much.
gianne
On February 6, 2009 at 8:23 am
When I was a kid we had dolls that we would pin poke. We took it very seriously in a kid way. I too, love the topic and the attached visual. I don’t know how to do that yet, but someday I’ll figure it out!
Great piece!
Nick Kenney
On February 7, 2009 at 8:16 am
It’s still very popular in New Orleans. Interesting article thanks for posting Glynis!
Joanna Maharis
On February 10, 2009 at 6:39 pm
A very interesting article, with such a fascinating topic. I also enjoyed the music videos.
Take Care,
Joanna Maharis
Patrick Bernauw
On February 24, 2009 at 9:26 am
Interesting point of view, Glynis… Fascinating article! Could digg it!
Vikram Chhabra
On February 24, 2009 at 9:33 pm
That was a very informative piece. Thanks for posting!!