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madamzea · 6 months

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Hey !!!!!

If you’re a African-American Hoodoo practitioner, please do not get these three books, as they are written by white people who are doing digital blackface.

Hoodoo is a closed African-American spirituality practice that only African-Americans can practice. We do not have a lot of resources or books written by African-Americans so I will try to provide all the books that I use by actual African-Americans.

It’s upsetting that I find a book about Hoodoo thats written by a white person or a non-African-American person. I don’t like that.

Some African American Hoodoo authors I suggest are:

Stephanie Rose Bird

Monique Joiner Siedlak

and Tayannah Lee Mcquillar

#hoodoo #hoodoo book collection #hoodoobooklist #hoodooheritagemonth #hoodoo practitioner #hoodoo information #hoodoobooks #African American #aa #african american spirituality #rootwork #boost #viral #black spirituality #trending #soulaan #souls and #african american culture

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itsstillsweetiebythealtar · 5 months

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If you have elders living, I beg you to cherish the moments and conversations you have.

Even if you don’t agree, don’t understand, don’t relate, etc. They are further approaching the ancestral realm every day. Enjoy the PHYSICAL connection that you have with them while you have it.

I know I’ve mentioned this before but I’m gonna mention it every chance I get because after losing 2 grandparents in one year and losing 3 non-immediate elders within the family, I really can’t think of much else.

I know society has normalized ignoring them because you’re “living your life” and I’m not discouraging you from living your life but pick up the phone when you have the time. Stop by when you have the time. At family gatherings, put the phone down for a few minutes. Take pictures of them and with them.

#black spiritualist #hoodoo tumblr #black spiritualism #hoodoo #african american spirituality #african american culture #black spirituality #black tarot readers #rootwork tumblr

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my-hoodoo-library · 3 months

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HELLO. I made a discord for those interested in black spiritualism, community and hoodoo.

#non blacks dni #hoodoo #booklr #recs #mami wata #african american history #african american literature #african american #african american culture #african american spirituality #black spirituality #black history #book recs

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thenixkat · 6 months

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A Black Women’s History of Hoodoo, Conjure, & Witchcraft by Intelexual Media

#youtube #intelexual media #black history #african american spirituality #hoodoo #voodoo #conjure #rootwork

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cuntatthecrossroads · 2 years

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For Hoodoos that are depressed, mentally ill, Disabled, or chronically ill…

Something disturbing that’s been going around is people saying not to do things like cleansing and prosperity baths while you’re depressed, implying that depression will somehow pollute the working or render it ineffective. Not only is this take extremely ableist, but it’s just not true and quite frankly lacks common sense. If you’re feeling depressed, a spiritual bath will likely improve your mood and/or any circumstances causing you distress. Can extreme emotions sometimes cloud our ability to conjure effectively? Yes, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t . Calm down as much as you can and write down what you’re going to do. This will keep you on track as you put together your work/bath/candle etc. Take some deep breaths, divine, and proceed accordingly. Your depression will not “taint” the work. Remember our ancestors were dealing with some of the most dangerous and grotesque situations in human history. Many of them were likely depressed, scared, angry, feeling hopeless, and everything in between. But they still did the spiritual work they needed to do, and improved their lives using our African spiritual technologies. Being depressed, mentally or physically disabled, or chronically ill doesn’t make you any less of a spiritualist.

#conjure #hoodoo #rootwork #keepconjureblack #realhoodoo #african spirituality #ancestors #atr #adr #african american spirituality #chronically ill #depression #spooniespiritualist

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hoekami · 2 years

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To celebrate me reaching 2,222 followers, I’m doing a give away🥰

[“Flora and Fauna of Africa” Oracle Deck. The “Flora and Fauna of Africa” Oracle Deck by Jessi Jumangi features over 100 species of plant and animal life. Some you may be familiar with, and others rare or extinct. Each card features a plant and spirit animal, along with messages and affirmations of spiritual guidance. This oracle deck provides clarity and perspective on your journey to spiritual awakening. Cards are 3.5 inch, black core linen M31 casino quality card stock with smooth MPC finish]

This Oracle Deck is stunning. The illustrations, the feel of the cards, it’s very top quality. This is a Deck centered around the experience of Black people across the Diaspora; it has been made clear in Jumangi’s works and statements. I’ve handled them a few times, so they’re gently used. I will be cleansing them with eucalyptus smoke before sending them off.

I’m so thankful that y’all have stuck around to witness bits and pieces of my spiritual journey. Previously I worked with tools, such as this lovely oracle deck, to help me understand messages from my Ancestors and the Divine. Lately, these methods don’t resonate with me as much. That’s the wonderful thing about growth though, now they’ll have a new home and someone new to guide💙

Give Away Guidelines

You must be following highlyfavoredhunie (new followers welcome ofc) and reblog this post for one entry

Reblog an original post of mine that you like (from my top posts, my tagged posts. heres my archive) for a second entry

No minors please. This is open to people of the African and Black Diaspora. This is not up for discussion.

The give away will be open from July 21, 2022 until August 13, 2022 EST

The winner will be picked on August 14, 2022 EST and be given two days to respond.

Must be living in the US (I can’t ship internationally, I’m so sorry😞)

Feel free to dm me for questions~

#2222 #the flora and fauna of africa orcale deck #jessi jumangi #orcale deck #black spirituality #african spirituality #african american spirituality #black diaspora #african diaspora #black witches #witches of color #hoodoo #animal spirit #plant spirit #give away #leo season

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conjuremanj · 1 year

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John The Conqueror And His Two Brothers & His brother Roots.

I don't own this photo but I just wanted share it

Let's talk a little about the Johns. But back in Africa, the root workers and conjurers there would use a root that would give the worker strength, prowess, luck and fertility. This root was even edible, and often used in magical talismans and workings. Do to the climate in the U.S. This root doesn't grow in this country, so they sought out the magical knowledge and wisdom of the local Native Americans for similar local herbs. The Native Americans taught the slaves that there were three roots grown locally that together had the power they were looking for.

These roots were: John the Conqueror, Little John to Chew and Dixie John (Southern John - if the name Dixie offends you).

John the Conqueror is a high spirit not the root, he can be called apon for certain situations and a John The Conqueror Root is whole root that's grows from a vine in the south. It is also sometimes called Jalap. It confers virility, strength, the power to overcome obstacles, good luck, love, and success on whoever carries it.

It is not edible, of eaten it can give you stomach problems as it is a powerful laxative, so it is never taken internally.

It is mainly used manly in mojo bags, in jack balls and can be added into an oil that is then used to dress candles, or feed mojo bags. John the Conqueror is included in blends like Success and Eloquence, where it lends a person the ability to overcome any situation and succeed.

You can also use John the Conqueror Oil in candle spells or to feed mojo bags for the same reasons. Basically it is used to amplify a spell.

Little John to Chew: Sometimes called "Court Case Root",

Little John to Chew is mainly used for success in legal proceedings, to get the court to rule in your favor.

Little John to Chew, is edible. It has a piney-gingery flavor. Little John to Chew is included in Court Case Powder and Court Case Oil to help you win over the judge and jury.

Dixie John (Southern John) This root is actually from a trillium plant that grows extensively in the south. It is non-edible, and usually used in whole form.

Dixie John grants the user sexual prowess and helps solidify marriages, fireing them up with passion granting the rootworker some luck in a loveable relationships, and the ability to dominate your spouse. (Now I say dominate remember it just brings out what's already their in your partner. It's not used to dominate someone who doesn't care for you..)

You can put it under the bed, use it in sex spells. Add it to blends like Love me NOW! Powder and Love's Fire Oil to make it your relationship hot and sexy!

What's Need For A Altar: If you want to work with John I wouldn't recommend to set up a full altar. Build a small one you can take down. Because he is a trickster who like to play with people even if he likes you ; so you want him to be a guest not a living in house.

So get a Purple Candle, a Big High John Root, some Cheap Liquor, Playing Cards and have some patience.

That's all you need

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70spunkstars · 6 months

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Erm …

I be seein folks sayin “If you not black you shouldn’t practice hoodoo!” When they really should be saying “if you not African American you shouldn’t practice hoodoo!” because your ancestors are not the same as mine and don’t know the practice. It may be a mix of various different practices but we don’t all do the same shit and are not from the same lineage I thought that was common sense ?? If that was the case then why wouldn’t we be practicing other spiritual practices that don’t belong to us but cross with our practice? We don’t. The same rules apply.

But maybe I’m trippin 🤷🏽‍♂️ please do correct me if I’m wrong somehow !

#Blue Thinks 🤔#african american #hoodoo #spirtiuality #black spirituality #ATR #DTR #hoodoo practitioner #african american spirituality #conjure

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woobosco · 1 year

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Afro Culture (My Culture)

@woobosco

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madamzea · 7 months

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Heyyyy

Hey everyone, its Hoodoo Heritage Month, so please cashapp your favorite Hoodoo practitioners to show your love and support 😘

My cashapp is $CocoXEmani

#hoodoo #hoodooheritagemonth #hoodoo information #hoodoobooks #hoodoo spells #hoodoo book list #boost #viral #trending #African American #african american spirituality

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itsstillsweetiebythealtar · 2 months

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Me and Etsy not getting along at all yall and I’m not feeling the impersonal vibe it’s giving so💀 I will return to conducting my readings on here. All readings are still $10 and include photos of the cards.

As for the digital hoodoo journal just let me know if you want one and I’ll email it to you. Like before simply DM me and I’ll respond but all readings are still gonna take at least two days to be finished.

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my-hoodoo-library · 1 month

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Hello! I made a discord for those interested in Hoodoo, community and spirituality

#hoodoo #nonblacks dni #discord #african american spirituality

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gullahconjure · 8 months

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For all the newcomers… Hoodoo is BLACK CULTURE

#black americans #hoodoo #african american #rootwork #conjure #spiritualism #magic #earth #folk magic

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cuntatthecrossroads · 2 years

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I still can’t believe this has to be said but Hoodoo Delish and Lucky Mojo are white appropriators with no authentic elders in this tradition, who spread misinformation regarding the practice of Hoodoo. Avoid them at all costs.

#conjure #hoodoo #rootwork #keepconjureblack #realhoodoo #ancestors #african spirituality #atr #adr #african american spirituality #hoodooisforBLACKpeople #seriouslydonotlistentothesehoes #notback #justthoughts #still on hiatus

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kemetic-dreams · 4 months

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Bakongo spiritual protections influenced African American yard decorations. In Central Africa, Bantu-Kongo people decorated their yards and entrances to doorways with baskets and broken shiny items to protect from evil spirits and thieves.

This practice is the origin of the bottle tree in Hoodoo. Throughout the American South in African American neighborhoods, there are some houses that have bottle trees and baskets placed at entrances to doorways for spiritual protection against conjure and evil spirits.

In addition, nkisi culture influenced jar container magic. An African American man in North Carolina buried a jar under the steps with water and string in it for protection. If someone conjured him the string would turn into a snake. The man interviewed called it inkabera

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image-junkie · 1 year

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Aesthetics of Funk - Crocheted mandalas by Xenobia Bailey

Xenobia Bailey is a trash alchemist, a single stitch, urban crochet aficionado, designer, artist and community activist, whose practice industrializes the visual aesthetic of “Cosmic-Funk,” practiced by African-American homemakers since Emancipation, into utilitarian “Funktional” design. Media exposure ranges from an Absolut advertisement to a design consultancy with Disney World, and a subway mosaic commission from the MTA in New York. She has shown internationally, with such institutions as Creative Time, the Sharjah Art Foundation, and numerous U.S. Embassies. Her work is held by numerous museums, as well as in academic, corporate, public and private collections.

#Xenobia Bailey #funktional #art #crochet #knitting #craft #african american art #black artist #female artist #mandala #spiritual art #patterns #geometric #geometric art #colorful #women in art #cosmic

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