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Class 42: Vodun Lesson X (10): Saints & Spirits Together – Syncretism

Class 42: Vodun Lesson X (10): Saints & Spirits Together – Syncretism

by | Feb 22, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lecture we discuss the origins of processionals and masquerades in West and West Central Africa societies before the Transatlantic Slave Trade in the Precolonial period. Then we explore the connection between saints and deities in Vodun.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
  • Also, check out the books and products the teachers use for further learning.
  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #42 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/9RGEMD 

Class 59: The State of the Diaspora

Class 59: The State of the Diaspora

by | Feb 19, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

Learn about the fifth region of the African Union which is, The State of the African Diaspora. Learn how to become a citizen.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
  • Also, check out the books and products the teachers use for further learning.
  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
  • Some links may be affiliate links where we may earn a small commission from purchases.

 

Sources:

On Friday, February 27th 8:00 am until Saturday, February 28th 5:00 pm, there will be a streaming of the Guinness World Record Attempt with Dr. Anita Lewis and Gwen Ebron.

You may watch the Live Stream on YouTube by going to YouTube and then going to the Urban Intellectuals channel.

You will see, live, then press it and watch.

Study Guide

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THE QUIZ

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Class 41: History of Vodun (Part 8)

Class 41: History of Vodun (Part 8)

by | Feb 8, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lesson, we explored the connection between VODUN and the Haitian Revolution.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
  • Also, check out the books and products the teachers use for further learning.
  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
  • Some links may be affiliate links where we may earn a small commission from purchases.

 

World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #41 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/WOYRKV 

Class 58: Mutapa (Part 4)

Class 58: Mutapa (Part 4)

by | Feb 5, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

See African Communities’ ancestral dress and traditional dress. Enjoy the beauty of fabrics, designs, and who wears what.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
  • Also, check out the books and products the teachers use for further learning.
  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
  • Some links may be affiliate links where we may earn a small commission from purchases.

 

Sources:

https://youtube.com/shorts/Jl-fNq5FX9w?si=2Th7B86sY1FZKAzz

Study Guide

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THE QUIZ

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Class 57: Mutapa (Part 3)

Class 57: Mutapa (Part 3)

by | Jan 29, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

Learn about the foods the Mutapa people, renamed the Shona people, are and still eat.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
  • Also, check out the books and products the teachers use for further learning.
  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
  • Some links may be affiliate links where we may earn a small commission from purchases.

 

Sources:

https://youtu.be/p4FTVPxqbYg?si=g6idwVKBFySd36OZ

Study Guide

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THE QUIZ

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Class 40: History of Vodun (Part 7)

Class 40: History of Vodun (Part 7)

by | Jan 25, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

We will begin talking about the role of VODUN in the Haitian Revolution.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
  • Also, check out the books and products the teachers use for further learning.
  • Reach out to support@urbanintellectuals.com if you have any questions or issues.
  • Some links may be affiliate links where we may earn a small commission from purchases.

 

World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #40 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/WOKM7V

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