Widely generalised as Voodoo, Vodun is an ancient religion in West Africa, misrepresented and often misunderstood due to literary and cinematic stereotypes. This livestream talk sets the record straight.
It is often widely referred to as Voodoo, but this is a generalisation. Vodun is the West African religion, Vodou in Haiti and Voodoo in New Orleans and in popular culture. It is a powerful spiritual force that permeates every aspect of life in Benin and across West Africa. There is a pantheon of elemental deities whose spirits serve the people through rituals and ceremonies which connect the living with their ancestors.
This livestream talk will introduce and demystify Vodun, exploring the deities and ceremonies that bring justice, blessings and joy to communities.
Dr Louise Fenton will examine specifically the history and evolution of the Zangbeto ceremony with its magic and dance by deities in straw that pulsate to the beat of the Vodun drums, and the spinning colourful Egungun that must not be touched for fear of death.
This is a fully illustrated talk that aims to provide an introduction and overview of Vodun in Benin. Book now to learn about this compelling belief system.
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This talk will be recorded. You will find the recording link in your College Account within two working days from the event - an email will alert you when it is ready. This recording will be available for replay for three months following the event. Please see our terms for more information.
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This talk will be live in our online classroom
All you need to take part is a good internet connection and a computer with a webcam, microphone and Zoom.
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Please send us a message if you have any questions. We hope you enjoy the talk!
About Dr Louise Fenton
Dr Louise Fenton is an artist, historian and anthropologist specialising in Haitian Vodou, West African Vodun, New Orleans Voodoo and European Witchcraft, with a PhD in Caribbean History. Read more about Louise
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