Voodoo Dolls in Magick and Ritual
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| Rating | : | 4.41 (742 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B00DONSXNQ |
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| Number of Pages | : | 261 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-07 |
| Language | : | English |
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Denise Alvarado was born and raised in the "Hoodoo Capital of the World," New Orleans, Louisiana. . She is a ritual artist and independent researcher with a background in cultural anthropology and psychology and she has over 40 years experience in the conjure arts and mysticism. She is also the founder and Editor in Chief of Hoodoo and Conjure Magazine. She is the author of several books, including the Voodoo Hoodoo Spellbook and the Hoo
For the first time anywhere, explore the history, mystery, and magick of Voodoo Dolls in this fascinating new book. Denise Alvarado was born and raised in the Voodoo and hoodoo rich culture of New Orleans. She has studied mysticism and practiced Creole Voodoo and indigenous healing traditions for over three decades. She is a cultural anthropologist, psychologist, writer, artist, spiritual adviser, and cultural consultant.. Tracing the Voodoo doll's roots back in history, author Denise Alvarado provides an intriguing account of the most provocative and mystifying icon of the African-derived healing tradition, dispelling stereotypes and myths, while at the same time showing how to make and use Voodoo dolls to enhance every day living. Learn how to make three kinds of Voodoo dolls, find over 30 spells and rituals to find love, attract wealth, offer protection, and promote healing and happiness
"OMG the doll worked" according to tarotqueen. I made a wealth drawing doll from this book because my hours at work got cut to five to ten a week for about four months this year. The doll worked! I made it and my hours improved that week! Still trying to figure out what to do for a better job but This book has absolutely brought some noticeable relief.. N. Mentor said Good one-stop source. There are few complete sources for the history and use of the magickal poppet, or in the Hoodoo and Voodoo traditions - the Voodoo doll. The book provides the reader with a straight-forward historical backdrop to doll use in magick. There are black-and-white photographs of dolls from the African Diaspora, including some interesting ones from the author's private collection, which should inspire the reader. The latter half of the book focuses on how to make dolls, use them in ritual (including some common Hoodoo spells and hexes), common divinities associated with doll us. EtFour Stars Et420 cool. "Four Stars" according to EtFour Stars Et420 cool. 20. cool. 0 said Four Stars. cool
She is a ritual artist and independent researcher with a background in cultural anthropology and psychology and she has over 40 years experience in the conjure arts and mysticism. She is the author of several books, including the Voodoo Hoodoo Spellbook and the Hoodoo Almanac 2012, coauthored with Carolina Dean and Alyne Pustanio. . About the Author Denise Alvarado was born and raised in the "Hoodoo Capital of the World," New Orleans, Louisiana. She is also the founder and Editor in Chief of Hoodoo and Conjure Magazine