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Marie Laveau contributed to the voodoo in New Orleans more than the fact that slaves were seen as free in color in New Orleans in 1791. Laveau was believed to bridge the world of white and black. Another important figure of voodoo in New Orleans is Dr. John. Dr. John was dark skinned with tattoos and a tall stature. There were rumors of spirit possessions, snake worship, zombies, and animal sacrifices scandalized them. But in private, they would consult voodoo priests and priestesses. Modern scholars argue that voodoo was a way for African-Americans to exert influence over the white ruling establishment, a manifestation of suppressed power. Voodoo is no longer feared and is displayed in the French Quarter and in other neighborhoods. Voodoo has been used to cure depression, addictions, anxiety, loneliness, etc. Voodoo is now accepted and practiced in New Orleans. It used to be frowned upon, but as people became familiar with it the more it got accepted. There are multiple stores in the French Quarter that have Voodoo shops and trinkets in them.
Marie Laveau contributed to the voodoo in New Orleans more than the fact that slaves were seen as free in color in New Orleans in 1791. Laveau was believed to bridge the world of white and black. Another important figure of voodoo in New Orleans is Dr. John. Dr. John was dark skinned with tattoos and a tall stature. There were rumors of spirit possessions, snake worship, zombies, and animal sacrifices scandalized them. But in private, they would consult voodoo priests and priestesses. Modern scholars argue that voodoo was a way for African-Americans to exert influence over the white ruling establishment, a manifestation of suppressed power. Voodoo is no longer feared and is displayed in the French Quarter and in other neighborhoods. Voodoo has been used to cure depression, addictions, anxiety, loneliness, etc. Voodoo is now accepted and practiced in New Orleans. It used to be frowned upon, but as people became familiar with it the more it got accepted. There are multiple stores in the French Quarter that have Voodoo shops and trinkets in them.
http://www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/multicultural/multiculturaltraditions/voodoo.html
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“New Orleans Voodoo’s African Origins.” NewOrleansOnline.com, www.neworleansonline.com/neworleans/multicultural/multiculturaltraditions/voodoo.html.
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