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| | Baron Samedi Mask (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10) |
 | | Also known as Banguele, Ghede, Gede, Papa Ghede, Eleggue, Baron Samedi is a major ancestral inter-ethnic god of the Gorovodoun linked to historical/mythical persons. |
 | | He is the death aspect of Ghede, guardian of the grave, protector of children, god of sexuality, eroticism and libido: the eternal figure in fl who controls the crossroad through which everyone must cross. |
 | | Because Baron Samedi dreads fire, it is suggested that this piece be hung away from any source of open flame, but ideally in any room where laughter, joy and eroticism are welcome. |
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