The Erzulie is a family of loa, or spirits, in Vodou that are often associated with water (fluidity), femininity, and feminine bodies. They are one of the only group of spirits directly tied to these characteristics and those who become possessed (through spirit possession) are often women or Masisi (effeminate and/or homosexual men).
Erzulie Freda Dahomey is the Haitian African spirit of love, beauty, jewelry, dancing, luxury, and flowers.
Erzulie Dantor is the Queen of the Petro nation, often depicted as a fearsome woman, fierce protector of women, children and the neglects of society.
Erzulie Mansur represents maternal love and protects children from harm.
Granne Erzulie represents wisdom granted by experience and maturity and grandmotherly kindness and love.
Erzulie Balianne “silences” (heals or calms) hearts, keeps secrets, and ensures that secrets will not be revealed.
Erzulie Mapiangue deals with the pain of childbirth and the protection of unborn and newborn babies.
Erzulie Yeux Rouge takes revenge on unfaithful lovers.
Erzulie Toho aids the jealous or slighted love.