Manbo (Vodou) - Wikipedia
WEBA manbo (also written as mambo) is a priestess (as opposed to a oungan, a male priest) in the Haitian Vodou religion. [1] [2] Haitian Vodou's conceptions of priesthood stem from the religious traditions of enslaved people from Dahomey, in what is today Benin. [3] For instance, the term manbo derives from the Fon word nanbo ("mother of magic").
Manbo | The Pluralism Project
WEBA manbo or mambo is a female ritual specialist in the Haitian Vodou tradition. Like her male counterpart, the oungan (or houngan), she performs ceremonies, initiations, healings, and divinations. She is a spiritual guide for those …
Inside a Vodou ceremony in Haiti - Visit Haiti
WEBSkulls, sequins and gunpowder smoke – here’s a glimpse inside a modern Haitian vodou ceremony. Find out how to attend and what to expect.
Inside the voodoo rituals of Haiti - National Geographic
WEBJul 6, 2004 · During the ceremony, the houngan or mambo—priest or priestess—sacrifices a sanctified chicken or other animal to the Loa. Participants then ask the spirits for advice or help with problems.
Haitian Vodou - Wikipedia
WEBHaitian Vodou[a] (/ ˈvoʊduː /) is an African diasporic religion that developed in Haiti between the 16th and 19th centuries. It arose through a process of syncretism between several traditional religions of West and Central Africa and Roman Catholicism.
ROLES IN VODOU: Who does what, and why. – Kiwi Mojo
WEBDec 22, 2016 · Specific hounsi may assist an houngan or mambo while they salute a particular spirit, they may be mounted by a spirit during possession, and they often run around helping out to keep ceremonies running smoothly.
The Role of Vodou in Haitian Culture: Beyond the Stereotypes
WEB8 hours ago · Vodou, often misunderstood and misrepresented, is a rich tapestry of spiritual practices and beliefs that form an integral part of Haitian culture. To truly appreciate Vodou, one must look beyond the sensationalized portrayals often seen in movies and media. At its core, Vodou is a deeply spiritual tradition that emphasizes connection ...
Haitian Vodou Glossary at Erzulie’s Authentic Voodoo
WEBVodou rituals and Vodou Ceremonies in Haiti with our Mambos and Hougans at Erzulie’s Voodoo of New Orleans, serving the Divine Vodou spirits. Manbo (Mambo) – female Vodou priest. Manje – (vb) to eat; (n) food or feast. Mamalwa – …
The Haitian Vodou Religion: Origins and Practices
WEBVodou and Healing: The Role of the Houngan and Mambo. Vodou is a religion that Haitian slaves brought with them to Louisiana. It was originally practiced by the Yoruba people of West Africa, and it has many similarities to their religion. Houngans are priests who work with spirits and perform ceremonies to heal beings or souls.
From Legba to Erzulie: A Guide to Haitian Vodou Gods & Goddesses
WEBIn the world of Haitian Vodou, the mermaid goddess of the sea, Lasiren, reigns supreme. With her alluring half-woman, half-fish form, she embodies the wealth and abundance of the ocean and is revered as a powerful Loa who can grant prosperity and good fortune to …