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'''Louisiana Voodoo''', also known as '''New Orleans Voodoo''', is an African diasporic religion which originated in Louisiana, now in the southern United States. It arose through a process of syncretism between the traditional religions of West Africa, the Roman Catholic form of [[Christianity]], and Haitian Vodou. No central authority is in control of Louisiana Voodoo, which is organized through autonomous groups. | '''Louisiana Voodoo''', also known as '''New Orleans Voodoo''', is an African diasporic religion which originated in Louisiana, now in the southern United States. It arose through a process of syncretism between the traditional religions of West Africa, the Roman Catholic form of [[Christianity]], and Haitian Vodou. No central authority is in control of Louisiana Voodoo, which is organized through autonomous groups. | ||
All of the West African groups contributed to the development of Louisiana Voodoo. Their knowledge of herbs, poisons, and the ritual creation of charms and | All of the West African groups contributed to the development of Louisiana Voodoo. Their knowledge of herbs, poisons, and the ritual creation of charms and [[amulet]]s, intended to protect oneself or harm others, became key elements of Louisiana Voodoo. | ||
The religion has long faced opposition from non-practitioners, who have characterized it as [[witchcraft]] and [[The Devil|devil-worship]], and many sensationalist portrayals of the religion have featured in popular culture. | The religion has long faced opposition from non-practitioners, who have characterized it as [[witchcraft]] and [[The Devil|devil-worship]], and many sensationalist portrayals of the religion have featured in popular culture. | ||