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Valhallah- In Nordic mythology, this is regarded as paradise.

Vodoun- Anthropologist’s term for voodoo, the term literally means "protective spirit.”

Volometer- An instrument to measure will as a dynamic power.

Voodoo- African religion which believes in seven gods and uses spells and conjuring for personal gain or to hurt others. It is widely believed that in order for it to work, the person against whom voodoo is used must know they are being targeted and they must believe in its powers. In that case, it would seem that it only works through the power of suggestion or self fulfilling prophesy.

Voodoo Doll- Doll used during voodoo rituals. It is often used to bring about harm to others. Often pins are pushed into the doll or it may be burned. It appears this is only effective if the person being targeted knows and believes in the power of voodoo.

Vortex- A swirling mass of energy through which spirits of any type may come to the physical plane.

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