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Gede Image The Gede spirits are the lwas of death. I saw this particular wooden image displayed in a Cajun restaurant. The tag identifies it as a genuine Gede image. The Gede are some of the most outrageous and humorous spirits in the Vodoun panethon. They form a whole family of spirits and are often credited with bringing fertility or prosperity. The wooden image is from Louisiana. He overlooks the business and stands with two open mouth gator heads, which may be gads. Discretely tucked behind the image is a bottle of Dixie Blackened Voodoo Lager, which is sold in the restaurant. This drink may be an offering to the lwa or it may be part of a charming cultural display. The Gede's feast day is November 2. |