Baron Samedi - The Powerful Lwa Of Life And Death In Haitian Voodoo | Voodoo Religion Explained

Within the religion of Haitian Voodoo, this job is undertaken by the Lwa of the dead who goes by the name of Baron Samedi, and whose name means ‘’Baron Saturday’’ in French. The Haitian people believe that the first man buried in a cemetery becomes the manifestation of its guardian who is reality the Baron, an entity considered to hold knowledge of the dead and the underworld. Baron Samedi often comes into the world as a beggar with a unique presence, but he is depicted as a tall black man wearing a formal attire which includes a black tuxedo and a top hat. Along with his iconic cane, the baron often appears with his face painted to resemble that of a skull, no wonder why in some cases he is depicted as having a skull instead of a human face. The Baron is represented by phallic symbols and noted for obscenities and debauchery, with a particular fondness for tobacco and alcohol. There are few symbols associated with the Baron as well and these include coffins, black goats, roosters and skeletons. Even the colours black and purple which appear in his clothing have become to be related with this powerful Lwa. To understand the Baron and his powers, we must first understand the religion that he was born into. Voodoo is a monotheistic religion originated from French colonies and common in Haiti and New Orleans, Voodoo brings together Catholic and African beliefs to form a unique set of rituals including dolls and symbolic drawings. The practitioners of Voodoo believe in one supreme god whom they call Bondye. The Lwa are the primary spirits of Voodoo, acting as intermediaries between humans and the supreme god Bondye. The Lwas are identical to the Orisha, the spirits from the Yoruba pantheon in West Africa. Baron Samedi spends much of his time at the crossroads between life and death. In Haitian voodoo religion, Baron Samedi has the power to decide who should die and who can live, he is not just a spirit but has the power over life and death. The Baron has various incarnations, they are: Baron La Croix, Baron Cimétiere and Baron Criminel ---------------------------------- 🔴► We do not insist but please consider subscribing if you enjoy this content, it allows the channel to grow ► https://bit.ly/2Zf0KpF 🔴►Listen on Spotify► https://open.spotify.com/show/0WdWsgQ... 🔴►Listen on Anchor.fm► https://anchor.fm/afro-emperor-myths 🔴► Music by Lucas King Channel    / @lucaskingpiano   Music    • Anakin's Dark Deeds | Piano & Orchestra   🔴► DONT CLICK THIS 😈 https://bit.ly/2Zf0KpF 🔴► Sources of images & Artists Featured Dvazart https://www.deviantart.com/dvazart/ar... Falisia https://www.deviantart.com/falisia/ar... Savagesinister https://www.deviantart.com/savagesini... unded https://www.deviantart.com/unded/art/... LoreCoffee https://www.deviantart.com/lorecoffee... MarmaduX-Smite https://www.deviantart.com/marmadux-s... fcnjt https://www.deviantart.com/fcnjt/art/... Emortal982 https://www.deviantart.com/emortal982... SavageSinister https://www.deviantart.com/savagesini... Mikeroro https://www.deviantart.com/mikeroro/a... Colonel Tony Moore http://coloneltonymoore.com/blog/sket... Alix Branwyn https://www.behance.net/gallery/19402... 🔴► Contact me if I have used your Artwork, and the proper credits will be given Thank you! 🔴► Check out these playlists. --► African Mythology Explained    • African Myths Explained   --► Egyptian Mythology Explained    • Egyptian Mythology Explained   --► Irish & Celtic Mythology Explained    • Irish & Celtic Folklore Explained   --► Greek Mythology Explained    • Greek Mythology Explained   --► Norse Mythology Explained    • Norse Mythology Explained   --► Japanese Mythology Explained    • Japanese Folklore Explained   --► Hindu Mythology/Religion Explained    • Hindu Mythology Explained   --► Mythical Bestiary & Creatures    • Mythical Creatures   --► Storytelling & Urban Legend    • Storytelling & Urban Legends   --► Afro Emperor Complete List    • Afro Emperor ALL Myths And Legends   🔴► Share the video with those who like myths and legends. 🔴► Again consider subscribing to our Channel ► https://bit.ly/2Zf0KpF #BaronSamedi #LwaOfdeath #Voodoo #AfricanGods #Africanmythology #mythology