In the Vodoun (Voodoo) Pantheon, the Marassa loas, or divine twins, are the embodiment of the elemental forces of the universe, much as the yin and yang in eastern religion- sun and moon, hot and cold- complementary, inseperable, polarized forces. They are one of the most ancient elements of Vodou, derived from ancient African beliefs. The Veve, or invocational symbol of the Marassa has three firgures, and symbolizes the mystery of duality- unity, harmony, balance.