New Orleans Voodoo Spiritual Temple facts for kids
The New Orleans Voodoo Spiritual Temple is a special place in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was started in May 1990 by Priest Oswan Chamani and Priestess Miriam Chamani. This temple helps people learn about and practice a unique form of Voodoo.
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About the New Orleans Voodoo Spiritual Temple
Over the years, the Temple has learned a lot about Voodoo and how it connects with other world religions. It helps many people from all over America and the world. The Temple teaches a special kind of Voodoo. This version mixes parts of other spiritual paths with traditional Voodoo practices.
What is Voodoo?
Voodoo is a spiritual and religious practice that comes from West Africa. It was brought to places like New Orleans by enslaved people. In New Orleans, it blended with other beliefs, including Catholicism. Voodoo focuses on connecting with spirits, honoring ancestors, and using rituals for healing and guidance. It is a rich cultural tradition with its own beliefs, ceremonies, and music.
A Special Place in New Orleans
The New Orleans Voodoo Spiritual Temple has become well-known. It has been featured on television and in movies. People from universities, anthropologists (who study human cultures), and researchers often visit. They come to learn more about African-based religions. The Temple is a respected place for studying and understanding Voodoo.
Music and History at the Temple
The Temple has a group of sacred drummers called the Krewe of Nutria. They are partly led by Louis Martinie'. This drumming group has played music for the New Orleans Voodoo Museum. They also perform at many local events. The Temple is located at 1428 North Rampart Street. This street is close to the historic Congo Square Park. In the 1700s and 1800s, African people held their spiritual rituals there every Sunday evening. This makes the Temple's location very important to the history of New Orleans Voodoo.
