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The Voices of the Ancestors sent on 08 Giugno 2026 (16:27) by Roberto Pazzi. 7 comments, 98 views.

at 20mm, 1/40 f/4.5, ISO 200, hand held.

A Vodun believer showing the traditional talismans used to communicate with the spirits of his ancestors (Benin). HUMANKIND, my premium, limited-edition, museum-quality standard book featuring over 200 large-format photos. Available on my website: https://robertopazziphoto.com In Vodun, a hollowed-out gourd used as a container holds strong symbolic and ritual significance. Used as a container in voodoo is a powerful spiritual symbol, utilized to contain and interact with invisible forces, offer tributes to spirits, or protect its owner. Its exact meaning depends on the contents and the specific ritual context. It may represent the human body or the universe, encapsulating vital essence. It is often used to store spiritual energies, talismans, or offerings to the spirits. The gourd, can be also a tool for communicating with spirits. It can be filled with sacred objects such as herbs, ritual powders, shells, or symbols of the voodoo spirits. They serve to invoke and maintain a connection with spiritual entities, protect the owner, or attract good fortune. Others meaning of the gourd may be for protection, offering to gods or ancestors, tool for purification and healing, symbol of fertility and abundance. Website: https://robertopazziphoto.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/roberto_pazzi_photo

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14 persons like it: Adrian.p, Alberto Tirri, Alebizzo, Amirkhani, Claudio Sciarra, Daniele Origgi, Jonathan68, Lukeskywalker, Magù, Marcello Massaro, Mauroman, Peter Pipistrello, Sandro Peddis, Vasile Gori

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Vasile Gori

sent on 08 Giugno 2026 (16:39) | This comment has been translated

Very nice!

Jonathan68

sent on 08 Giugno 2026 (17:10) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

All great photos, in mannerist style.

Roberto Pazzi

sent on 08 Giugno 2026 (18:00) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Vasile!

Roberto Pazzi

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Thanks Jonathan!

Daniele Origgi

sent on 08 Giugno 2026 (19:31) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Congratulations
Good evening

Roberto Pazzi

sent on 08 Giugno 2026 (22:39) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

Thanks Daniele! Greetings!

Peter Pipistrello

sent on 09 Giugno 2026 (3:53) | This comment has been automatically translated (show/hide original)

WONDERFUL PHOTO!

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