Vodou Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of Vodou

MAÎTRE CARREFOUR

Haitian Crossroads God

Also known as Kalfou, Kalfu, Mait Carrefour, Maitre Carrefour

Picture of the Vodou Crossroads God Maître Carrefour from our Vodou mythology image library. Illustration by Chas Saunders.

Lord of the Crossroads and Magic

He’s the rather nasty younger brother of Ghede. He is weakened by sunlight and strengthened by moonlight. Takes over the nightshift from Legba, and they do not get on well.

Sorry, he ignores prayers and offerings. For him dark is dark.

Maître Carrefour Facts and Figures

Name: Maître Carrefour
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Kalfou, Kalfu, Mait Carrefour, Maitre Carrefour

Gender: Male
Type: God
Area or people: Haiti
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: Crossroads
Area of expertise: Crossroads

Good/Evil Rating: BAD, best avoided
Popularity index: 8597

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Article last revised on May 20, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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