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Haitian Vodou : An Introduction to Haiti's Indigenous Spiritual Tradition by Mambo Chita Tann (2012, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherLlewellyn Publications
ISBN-100738730696
ISBN-139780738730691
eBay Product ID (ePID)109108312
Product Key Features
Book TitleHaitian Vodou : an Introduction to Haiti's Indigenous Spiritual Tradition
Number of Pages264 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2012
TopicMagick Studies, Customs & Traditions
IllustratorYes
GenreBody, Mind & Spirit, Social Science
AuthorMambo Chita Tann
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight14.4 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2011-031511
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal299.6/75097294
Table Of ContentAcknowledgments Introduction About Indigenous Spiritual Traditions and Cultural Appropriation Part 1: What is Haitian Vodou? Chapter 1: Zo Li Mache: How Haiti, and Haitian Vodou, Came to Be Chapter 2: Aprè Bondye: Basic Principles and Ethics of Haitian Vodou Chapter 3: What Haitian Vodou is Not: Confusions and Controversies Part 2: Lezanj: Meet the 21 Nations of the Lwa Chapter 4: The Rada Lwa Chapter 5: The Petro (Petwo) Lwa Chapter 6: The Gede Lwa Chapter 7: Other Lwa Part 3: Seremoni: Haitian Vodou Ceremonies and Rites of Passage Chapter 8: Sèvi Lwa: Serving the Lwa Chapter 9: Wanga: Haitian Vodou Magic Chapter 10: Sosyete: The Vodou Family, Initiation, and Practice Chapter 11: First Steps in Haitian Vodou Appendix I: Glossary Appendix II: Haiti Timeline Appendix III: Catholic Prayers Appendix IV: Lwa Table of Correspondences Further Reading/Online Resources (books, periodicals, Internet) Index
SynopsisHaitian Vodou is a fascinating spiritual tradition rich with ceremonies and magic, songs and prayers, dances and fellowship. Yet outside of Haiti, next to no one understands this joyous and profound way of life. ln Haitian Vodou , Mambo Chita Tann explores the historical roots and contemporary practices of this unique tradition, including discussions of: Customs, beliefs, sacred spaces, and ritual objects Characteristics and behaviors of the Lwa, the spirits served by Vodou practitioners Common misconceptions such as "voodoo dolls" and the zombie phenomenon Questions and answers for attending ceremonies and getting involved in a sosyete (Vodou house) Correspondence tables, Kreyol glossary, supplemental prayer texts, and an extensive list of reference books and online resources Well-researched, comprehensive, and engaging, Haitian Vodou will be a welcome addition for people new to Haitian spirituality as well as for students, practitioners, and academics., Haitian Vodou is a fascinating spiritual tradition rich with ceremonies and magic, songs and prayers, dances and fellowship. Yet outside of Haiti, next to no one understands this joyous and profound way of life. ln Haitian Vodou, Mambo Chita Tann explores the historical roots and contemporary practices of this unique tradition, including discussions of: Customs, beliefs, sacred spaces, and ritual objects Characteristics and behaviors of the Lwa, the spirits served by Vodou practitioners Common misconceptions such as "voodoo dolls" and the zombie phenomenon Questions and answers for attending ceremonies and getting involved in a sosyete (Vodou house) Correspondence tables, Kreyol glossary, supplemental prayer texts, and an extensive list of reference books and online resources Well-researched, comprehensive, and engaging, Haitian Vodouwill be a welcome addition for people new to Haitian spirituality as well as for students, practitioners, and academics.
LC Classification NumberBL2490.T36 2012
