Voodoo curse, also known as a hex or a curse, is a form of black magic originating from African spiritual traditions, particularly from voodoo. It is a belief system and practice that dates back centuries and is primarily associated with the Caribbean, particularly Haiti. In voodoo, practitioners can cast curses or hexes on individuals with the intent to harm, punish, or bring bad luck upon them. These curses are believed to tap into the spiritual realm and draw upon the powers of various deities, spirits, or ancestors. The curses are often specific and tailored to the target, aiming to inflict suffering, misfortune, illness, or even death. Voodoo curses are typically performed by a voodoo priest or priestess, who possess deep knowledge and understanding of the voodoo tradition.
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The figurine is clearly a vital part to cursing, healing or changing the subject, but the societal structure and ceremony are equally crucial. Who is allowed to use the doll? What rituals take place at the same time?
Voodoo curses are typically performed by a voodoo priest or priestess, who possess deep knowledge and understanding of the voodoo tradition. The practitioner may use various tools and materials, such as dolls, candles, herbs, or personal items belonging to the intended target. These items are believed to create a connection or link between the curse and the individual.
The Voodoo doll:
The use of a gris-gris begins by a private visit to a Voodoo Queen or Doctor, and ends with a ceremony. The Voodoo Queen or Doctor, after having understood what the client desired, invokes the spirits for guidance. Every Voodoo Queen or Doctor in Louisiana possesses a real snake, which represents the physical incarnation of the spirit Legba. To attract him, one uses chicken, tobacco and bones. Without Legba's guidance, the Voodoo Queen or Doctor cannot construct a doll or even instruct on a doll's construction. Once the doll has been constructed, the only remaining steps are to physically make it similar to the targeted person-- by attaching a strand of hair, for instance-- and hide it in the immediate vicinity of the targeted person.
This is the veve, or religious symbol, of the Papa Legba:
The actions during a private seance are contingent on what type of aim it has.
- Love: After the required invocation of Legba, the spirit of Aida Quiedo is most often invoked. She is the primary female spirit and love is assigned to the female in Voodoo religion. In Louisiana, the deceased Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, Marie Laveaux, who has now become a spirit, is often called upon, because Lavaux was famed for her love potions during her life. To bring the spirits into the doll, one must encircle it with things known to attract and draw the attention of the spirit. This is very contingent on the Voodoo Queen or Doctor, and can have many different constructions. However, in general, pink-- which attracts love spirits-- and red-- which defines attraction in sexual terms-- are used. Other associations with love are perfurmes, rose petals, sweets, plums, feathers and bright objects.
- Power and Domination:Legba is invoked, and St. Jude (the patron of lost causes) and St. Anthony (the patron of finding lost things) are also called upon. To do this, purple or green candles are often used, and mint or cinnamon aromas are burnt. If one is seeking to harm an opponent, the Ghédé spirits are invoked, because they are considered easily corruptible. To attract a Ghédé spirit, one may use the fresh blood from a bird, silver coins or a knotted string.
- Luck and Finance: There is no specific spirit for welfare, the Voodoo Queen or Doctor would normally try to attract a spirit the client is familiar with. To do this, parsley is used. It can be sewn into the gris-gris, thus altering the doll directly, or around it. If gambling is concerned, lodestones (raw magnetic rocks) are wrapped in currency and deposited into the doll's pouch or into the doll itself. Gold or yellow is associated with money, not green.
- Uncrossing: If someone wants to undo a malevolent gris-gris that is acting against them, they must invoke Legba. Before the ritual takes place, sweeping one's front steps every morning with the dust of red bricks serves as a protection against evil spirits.
A monetary payment is required for the Voodoo Queen or Doctor, and a spiritual payment is needed for the spirit. This spiritual paymet is voluntary posession by the spirit, and occurs during a Voodoo ceremony, after a gris-gris has begun its work. The ceremonies have no fixed rules, but often begin with prayer. The spirit of Legba is invoked, and small offerings are made to the spirits. Rythmic music begins, and grows louder and faster until posession occurs. Jerry Gandolfo, who has attended many of these ceremonies, recounts how they often unfold: "The spirits are invited to possess the people in attendance. A spirit is not confined to time or place, however there are several things a mortal can do that a spirit would not normally experience. These include eating, drinking, dancing, singing, smoking and sexual relations. The person who has used the gris-gris, or doll, and has received favorable intercession of the sprits invites the spirit to posses them in order to use their physical bodies as a means to engage in the aforementioned activities."
Once the curse is cast, it is thought to have a powerful and lasting effect on the target's life. The person may experience a series of unfortunate events, health problems, financial difficulties, broken relationships, or other forms of misfortune. The curse is believed to work through supernatural means, influencing the person's energy or spiritual well-being. It is important to note that voodoo curses are strongly steeped in cultural beliefs and may not necessarily align with scientific or empirical evidence. However, belief in curses can have a profound psychological impact on individuals, leading to anxiety, fear, and even physical symptoms. Some individuals may seek protection or recourse against voodoo curses through spiritual practices, such as prayer, healing rituals, or seeking the help of trained spiritual practitioners. It is also worth noting that not all practitioners of voodoo engage in the casting of curses, and voodoo as a spiritual practice encompasses a wide range of beliefs, rituals, and traditions. In conclusion, voodoo curses are a manifestation of the belief in black magic found within the voodoo tradition. The belief in curses, their impact on individuals' lives, and ways to protect oneself from them are deeply rooted in cultural and spiritual beliefs..
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