A voodoo puppet doll, also known as a voodoo doll, is an object used in the practice of voodoo, a cultural and spiritual system that originated in West Africa and is commonly associated with Haiti. The voodoo doll is believed to represent a specific person, and various rituals and practices can be performed on the doll to influence or manipulate that person's actions, emotions, or well-being. It is often thought of as a form of sympathetic magic, where the actions performed on the doll are believed to have a similar effect on the person it represents. Traditionally, voodoo dolls are made from cloth or other materials and are often in the shape of a human figure. The doll is typically personalized with the target person's name and may include personal items such as hair or clothing to further establish a connection or link. Using the voodoo doll, practitioners may perform rituals, such as inserting pins into specific areas of the doll's body, to cause harm or inflict pain on the person it represents.
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Dover Publications has long had a reputation for publishing beautiful, eco-friendly books, many of them pictorial archives of rare graphic art and literature at thrift store prices. VOODOO HAS BEEN UNFAIRLY MALIGNED BY THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY, WHICH HAS DISTORTED AND SENSATIONALIZED SOME OF ITS PRACTICES LIKE SPIRIT POSSESSION AND SACRIFICE.
Using the voodoo doll, practitioners may perform rituals, such as inserting pins into specific areas of the doll's body, to cause harm or inflict pain on the person it represents. Conversely, positive actions, such as stroking or massaging the doll, may be performed to bring about healing or positive outcomes for the person. Voodoo dolls have gained popularity and often appear in popular culture, typically depicted as a tool of black magic or witchcraft.
VOODOO
VOODOO IS AN ANCIENT RELIGION THAT WAS BROUGHT TO THE NEW WORLD FROM TROPICAL WEST AFRICA IN THE SLAVE TRADE. IN THE NEW WORLD, IT WAS RE-FORMED FROM MANY DIFFERENT AFRICAN RELIGIONS WHICH WERE ALTERED AND MELDED TOGETHER BY SLAVES CUT OFF FROM THE ORAL TRADITIONS OF THEIR HOMELANDS.
VOODOO IS OFTEN PRACTICED BY MAKING MAGIC AND CASTING SPELLS. MOST MAGIC HAS POSITIVE INTENTIONS, BUT SOMETIMES SPELLS ARE CAST FOR HARM. VOODOOISTS CONNECT WITH A WIDE VARIETY OF SPIRITS, KNOWN AS LOA, WHO HAVE DISTINCT PERSONALITIES.
VOODOO EASILY INCORPORATES OTHER IDEAS, PRIMARILY CATHOLICISM, WHERE SAINTS ARE IDENTIFIED WITH THE LOA. INDIAN AND EUROPEAN TRADITIONS HAVE ALSO BEEN MIXED IN. IT IS NEVER PRACTICED THE SAME WAY IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS. IT IS CHANGEABLE AND HAS NO WRITTEN TEXTS. MAJOR CENTERS TODAY ARE THE AFRICAN COUNTRY OF BENIN, HAITI, NEW ORLEANS, AND BROOKLYN.
VOODOO HAS BEEN UNFAIRLY MALIGNED BY THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY, WHICH HAS DISTORTED AND SENSATIONALIZED SOME OF ITS PRACTICES LIKE SPIRIT POSSESSION AND SACRIFICE. ZOMBIES ARE REAL BUT RARE AND A HOAX. IT IS BELIEVED THAT KNOWN ZOMBIES WERE FIELD HANDS WHO WERE BROUGHT OUT OF A FAKED DEATH, A TEMPORARY COMA-LIKE DRUGGED STATE. THEN, WHEN "RESURRECTED" THEY WERE KEPT SUBSERVIENT BY THE USE OF MORE DRUGS.
THE BOOK "VOODOO PAPER DOLLS" WAS PUBLISHED BY DOVER IN JANUARY 2011. IT IS SET IN THE COASTAL AMERICAN SOUTH. THE SET WAS CONJURED FROM MANY SOURCES OF RESEARCH. BECAUSE THE RELIGION HAS LONG BEEN SOMEWHAT UNDERGROUND IN THE UNITED STATES, THERE ARE FEW VISUAL REFERENCES.
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IN THE MIDDLE, DOCTOR JOE AND PRINCESS DELPHINE PREPARE FOR MAGIC AND SPELLS.
THEY ARE A HOUNGAN (PRIEST) AND MAMBO (PRIESTESS).
ON THE RIGHT, GRAN IBO, AN ANCIENT AND WISE SWAMP SPIRIT, HOLDS A CANARY.
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THE TREES ARE DECORATED WITH VEVE MOTIFS, SYMBOLS OF THE SPIRITS.
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FLAMBOYANT DRESS TO IMPRESS--DANCING WITH SNAKE (VOODOO SNAKES ARE NOT EVIL)
HAITIAN MAMBO WITH SEQUINED FLAG OF THE SPIRIT ERZULIE DANTOR--HAITIAN HOUNGAN WITH DRUMS--
BARON SAMEDI, HEAD OF THE GRAVEYARD--BARON SAMEDI'S LADY FRIEND
Warning--Do not work bad magic with the voodoo paper dolls. Malevolence will come back to you!
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KWEI-LIN LUM 2010,2011
I give bonus points for Mambo Blu’s Boutique Voodoo, a cut-out “tourist shop” that has the only paper-doll-voodoo-dolls I have ever come across. Kudos to artist Kwei-Lin Lum for representing Voodoo in the comics and giving us art that we can learn from and play with.
However, it is important to note that voodoo itself is a complex and multi-faceted spiritual tradition with deep cultural roots, and the use of voodoo dolls is just one aspect of this belief system. In conclusion, the voodoo puppet doll is a significant symbol in the practice of voodoo, representing a specific person and used in rituals to influence or manipulate their actions and well-being. It is essential to approach this topic with an understanding of the cultural and spiritual context in which it originates..
Reviews for "Voodoo Paper Dolls and the Art of Sympathetic Magic"
1. Jane - 2 out of 5 stars - I was really disappointed with the "Voodoo papet doll". The quality of the materials used was very poor, with flimsy fabrics that ripped easily. The instructions were also confusing and hard to follow, making it difficult to create the intended voodoo doll. Additionally, the set did not come with enough supplies to complete all the suggested activities, which was very frustrating. Overall, I would not recommend this product as it did not live up to my expectations.
2. Mike - 1 out of 5 stars - This "Voodoo papet doll" was a complete waste of money. The doll itself was poorly made and fell apart after just a few uses. The instructions provided were unclear and lacked detail, leaving me frustrated and unable to properly use the kit. The accessories included with the doll were also of low quality and did not match the advertised description. Save your money and look for a better voodoo doll kit elsewhere.
3. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars - I was excited to try out the "Voodoo papet doll" but was ultimately disappointed. The doll itself was smaller than expected and made of cheap materials. The pins included were flimsy and bent easily, making it difficult to pierce the doll effectively. The set also lacked clear instructions on how to use the doll and perform the suggested rituals. Overall, I found the "Voodoo papet doll" to be a subpar product that did not deliver on its promises.