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Human sacrifice, Lafayette, Louisiana, USA, 1912
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Human sacrifice, Lafayette, Louisiana, USA, 1912
Human sacrifice, Lafayette, Louisiana, USA, 1912. Decapitation of a victim tied to a stake in front of the image of a Voodoo god during a Voodoo ceremony. The woman, accused of killing 16 people, claimed in her defence that she was a High Priestess and was performing a religious rite. Voodoo is a mixture of African religions and Roman Catholicism. From Le Petit Journal. (Paris, 21 April 1912)
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Human Sacrifice in Lafayette - A Glimpse into Voodoo Rituals, 1912
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print captures a chilling moment in history - a human sacrifice that took place in Lafayette, Louisiana, USA, back in 1912. The image depicts the decapitation of a victim who was bound to a stake, surrounded by an eerie atmosphere during a Voodoo ceremony. Standing prominently before the scene is an idol representing one of the deities worshipped within this unique religious practice. The woman responsible for these gruesome acts claimed to be a High Priestess and defended her actions as part of a sacred rite. Accused of taking the lives of sixteen individuals, she justified her deeds as religious obligations rooted in Voodoo's fusion with Roman Catholicism and African traditions. Voodoo itself remains an enigmatic blend of beliefs and rituals brought over from Africa during the era of slavery. This photograph offers us insight into its practices within early 20th-century America. Men and women alike can be seen observing this horrifying spectacle unfold; their faces reflecting both curiosity and trepidation. As we gaze upon this haunting image today, it serves as a reminder not only of humanity's capacity for extreme devotion but also our ongoing fascination with spiritual customs that defy conventional understanding. It stands as testament to the diverse tapestry woven throughout American history – where cultures merge and evolve while preserving their distinct identities
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