Your infographic aligns with what Dr. Mazrui was saying in his videos: Afica’s Triple Heritage. Paraphrasing what he said, the Africans have a spiritual relationship with the land. Africans believe Nature made Africa the cradle of mankind. Africans feel close to Nature, it is a religious experience, a theology of nearness emphasizing what is near is dear. Based on Dr. Mazrui’s videos, I can see how Vodun came into existence—it is a continuation of a traditional history that is engrained within their culture.
You did well in presenting your infographic. It was an interesting read. I liked all the AI generated images and how colorful your presentation was. Nice job.
One thing I learned that I found most interesting, was about how Voodoo was changed when slaves arrived in the U.S. Mostly how it became known as dark magic to demean the Africans sent over making others fearful and sparking hate.
I was surprised to learn how deeply rooted and widely respected Voodoo is in Benin’s cultural identity. The best part of the infographic is how it highlights Voodoo’s positive role, breaking stereotypes. I also enjoyed how Voodoo’s historical significance was shown as a respected tradition. I don’t have further feedback, visually stunning.
First off, interesting choice. The fact Benin is the birthplace of voodoo is always something I never really knew till now which is neat. Coupled with the fact you explain what voodoo really is and what it means to the country and its people made it more compelling. It’s also interesting as voodoo itself is a major tourist infrastructure for the community in Benin. I don’t really see anything else here to add maybe than how it spread abroad more and maybe what is deemed as misleading and such.
I was surprised to learn how Voodoo in Benin is more than the fearful stereotype portrayed in the media, but rather a respected cultural and religious tradition. To me, the best part of your infographic was the allegations vs truth, which taught me to see the religion through a more informed lens. I think you did a great job!
I was surprised to learn how misunderstood Voodoo is outside of Benin, and how central it is to daily life, healing practices, and community identity rather than the dark stereotypes often shown in the media. The best part of this infographic was the section explaining how Voodoo practices support cultural preservation and economic growth through tourism. It really made me appreciate how important these traditions are for the country’s future. One small piece of constructive feedback would be to double-check spelling and grammar in a few areas to make the flow even stronger, because the visuals and storytelling are already very powerful.
It was refreshing to learn more about the practice of voodoo and its complexity. In the west, it is, as this notes, often caricatured as having malicious intent and practices, especially in popular culture. This presentation serves as a great primer on how the practice of voodoo is so much more than stereotypes such as using dolls to hurt people from a distance.
I was surprised to learn how extensive the following for Voodoo is. It is remarkable that a faith originating in Benin demonstrated such resilience and influence that it spread across the Atlantic and established diasporic communities in the Western Hemisphere. The most compelling aspect of the infographic was its explanation of how Voodoo is integrated into daily life, particularly through artistic expression and medicinal practices.
Very interesting infographic. When I first heard about voodoo being the official language of a country, I was very shocked and surprised to hear that. While one may think of Voodoo as taboo in this case in Benin it’s something seen positively in one’s daily lives. Very well-done America!
I was very surprised to learn that Benin is the home of Vodoo traditions and their symbolic meaning. While Western cultures appear to misinterpret its meaning, your infographic does a wonderful job of highlighting its pursuit of maintaining harmony with the spiritual world, honoring ancestors and seeking healing.
The layout of the infographic is structured in such a way that it is very easy to follow and I enjoyed the illustrations as they help grasp the topic. Excellent job!
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Cynthia Brehm
Your infographic aligns with what Dr. Mazrui was saying in his videos: Afica’s Triple Heritage. Paraphrasing what he said, the Africans have a spiritual relationship with the land. Africans believe Nature made Africa the cradle of mankind. Africans feel close to Nature, it is a religious experience, a theology of nearness emphasizing what is near is dear. Based on Dr. Mazrui’s videos, I can see how Vodun came into existence—it is a continuation of a traditional history that is engrained within their culture.
You did well in presenting your infographic. It was an interesting read. I liked all the AI generated images and how colorful your presentation was. Nice job.
What percentage of Benin practice Vodun?
Sabrina Arguello
One thing I learned that I found most interesting, was about how Voodoo was changed when slaves arrived in the U.S. Mostly how it became known as dark magic to demean the Africans sent over making others fearful and sparking hate.
Rebecca Amaya
I was surprised to learn how deeply rooted and widely respected Voodoo is in Benin’s cultural identity. The best part of the infographic is how it highlights Voodoo’s positive role, breaking stereotypes. I also enjoyed how Voodoo’s historical significance was shown as a respected tradition. I don’t have further feedback, visually stunning.
Cris Saldana
First off, interesting choice. The fact Benin is the birthplace of voodoo is always something I never really knew till now which is neat. Coupled with the fact you explain what voodoo really is and what it means to the country and its people made it more compelling. It’s also interesting as voodoo itself is a major tourist infrastructure for the community in Benin. I don’t really see anything else here to add maybe than how it spread abroad more and maybe what is deemed as misleading and such.
Teagan McSherry
I was surprised to learn how Voodoo in Benin is more than the fearful stereotype portrayed in the media, but rather a respected cultural and religious tradition. To me, the best part of your infographic was the allegations vs truth, which taught me to see the religion through a more informed lens. I think you did a great job!
Michael Ortiz
Hi,
I was surprised to learn how misunderstood Voodoo is outside of Benin, and how central it is to daily life, healing practices, and community identity rather than the dark stereotypes often shown in the media. The best part of this infographic was the section explaining how Voodoo practices support cultural preservation and economic growth through tourism. It really made me appreciate how important these traditions are for the country’s future. One small piece of constructive feedback would be to double-check spelling and grammar in a few areas to make the flow even stronger, because the visuals and storytelling are already very powerful.
Ruben Garcia
It was refreshing to learn more about the practice of voodoo and its complexity. In the west, it is, as this notes, often caricatured as having malicious intent and practices, especially in popular culture. This presentation serves as a great primer on how the practice of voodoo is so much more than stereotypes such as using dolls to hurt people from a distance.
Emily Norwood
I was surprised to learn how extensive the following for Voodoo is. It is remarkable that a faith originating in Benin demonstrated such resilience and influence that it spread across the Atlantic and established diasporic communities in the Western Hemisphere. The most compelling aspect of the infographic was its explanation of how Voodoo is integrated into daily life, particularly through artistic expression and medicinal practices.
Jesse Turnquist
Very interesting infographic. When I first heard about voodoo being the official language of a country, I was very shocked and surprised to hear that. While one may think of Voodoo as taboo in this case in Benin it’s something seen positively in one’s daily lives. Very well-done America!
Elena Petrova
I was very surprised to learn that Benin is the home of Vodoo traditions and their symbolic meaning. While Western cultures appear to misinterpret its meaning, your infographic does a wonderful job of highlighting its pursuit of maintaining harmony with the spiritual world, honoring ancestors and seeking healing.
The layout of the infographic is structured in such a way that it is very easy to follow and I enjoyed the illustrations as they help grasp the topic. Excellent job!