Entity: VOODOO-DOLL
A voodoo doll, also known as a poppet, is a doll made to resemble a person in order to cast spells on them or to galvanize some change in them by modifying the doll, often by inserting pins and needles or by binding it.
Voodoo-Doll
Etymology
The term 'voodoo doll' originated from the practice of using dolls in voodoo rituals and magic.
Definition
A voodoo doll, also known as a poppet, is a doll made to resemble a person in order to cast spells on them or to galvanize some change in them by modifying the doll, often by inserting pins and needles or by binding it.
Historical Context
The use of voodoo dolls can be traced back to various magical traditions in different cultures around the world. Despite its name, the voodoo doll is not prominent in African diaspora religions like Haitian Vodou.
Cultural Significance
Voodoo dolls are often associated with magic, witchcraft, and the manipulation of individuals through supernatural means. They are used in rituals to bring about changes in a person's life or to cast spells on them.
Related Concepts
- Poppet
- Effigy
- Witchcraft
See Also
A representation of a person used in magic and witchcraft to cast spells or bring about changes in the targeted individual by manipulating the doll.