Statements (59)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:philosopher
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Voodoo_Lady
|
| gptkbp:associated_with |
African traditions
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| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:mythological_figure
|
| gptkbp:has |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:church gptkb:award gptkb:deity myths spiritual leaders ritual dances |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
voodoo religion
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| gptkbp:includes |
gptkb:award
ceremonies |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:church
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| gptkbp:involves |
gptkb:offerings
ancestor worship |
| gptkbp:is |
a cultural expression
a source of empowerment a way to honor ancestors celebrated in festivals often misunderstood a spiritual practice syncretic a form of resistance a way to connect with the divine often depicted in media a community activity a way to connect with nature a source of identity a way to celebrate life events a practice of divination a form of healing practiced by various ethnic groups a practice that varies by region a way to seek guidance a way to express cultural heritage a way to seek protection often involves community gatherings often involves trance states a way to seek justice a blend of African and Caribbean beliefs a form of community support a practice of spirituality a practice that can include healing rituals a practice that can involve animal sacrifice a practice that can involve the use of charms a practice that can involve the use of dolls a practice that emphasizes balance a practice that includes storytelling a way to express grief not inherently malevolent often confused with witchcraft practiced in New Orleans |
| gptkbp:origin |
gptkb:Haiti
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| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:Dominican_Republic
gptkb:United_States |
| gptkbp:uses |
symbols
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