Mexican witchcraft has a long history rooted in the beliefs and practices of indigenous cultures. One of the most famous books on this topic is the Mexican witchcraft book, which provides insight into the rituals, spells, and traditions of Mexican witches. The book delves into the beliefs and practices of different types of witches, known as brujos and brujas. These individuals are believed to possess supernatural powers and the ability to interact with spirits and deities. The book explores the rituals and ceremonies performed by Mexican witches, including the use of herbs, candles, and other tools to channel their powers. Furthermore, the Mexican witchcraft book provides instructions on various spells and charms used by witches.
Davila, a practicing bruja de Rancho and for whom this is a multi-generational family tradition brings this tradition to light in this comprehensive guide to Brujeria and Hechiceria (sorcery), presenting the beliefs and practices to today’s readers. The tradition includes a component of folk Catholicism that will be accessible to Pagans, non-Catholics, and practitioners of Hoodoo and Conjure. Topics included in the book are spell work, cleansings ( limpias ), herbs, talismans, how to protect against the Evil Eye, and also how to cast, break, and avert hexes and curses.
Topics included in the book are spell work, cleansings limpias , herbs, talismans, how to protect against the Evil Eye, and also how to cast, break, and avert hexes and curses. A meticulously researched guide for the seeker of Mexican folk magic, Laura Davila s Mexican Sorcery explores the folk Catholic aspects of this magia magic from a perspective grounded in history and founded on authentic practice.
Furthermore, the Mexican witchcraft book provides instructions on various spells and charms used by witches. These spells are often aimed at bringing luck, protection, love, or healing. The book also delves into the practice of divination, which is the art of using different tools to gain insight into the future or to communicate with spirits.
Mexican Sorcery
“ Mexican Sorcery touches on topics of Mexican folk magic that many people, including myself, have questions about but don’t know where to look. For anyone interested in Mexican folk magic, this book will become a staple.”
— Robyn Valentine, creator of Tired Witch, author of Magickal Tarot
"Thank you, Daphne la Hechicera, for providing an excellent book that offers accessible magical rites and showcases the beauty and eclectic nature of Brujeria de Rancho. Along with diverse magical recipes, Daphne la Hechicera brilliantly interweaves tales, stories, and Mexican folklore. I loved this book!”
— Erika Buenaflor, M.A., J.D., author of Cleansing Rites of Curanderismo
"Laura Davila's work perfectly reflects the Brujería de Rancho in Mexico, one that transcends borders despite being born on this side of the river. Her book is powerful like cacti, full of magic like the night in the desert, and spicy like the chili that burns in the candles on Good Friday. Laura is a ranch witch by birth, heritage, and will, and an excellent exponent of real witchcraft in northern Mexico."
— Paola Klug, author of Relatos de las Brujas Morenas and Grimorio de las Brujas Morenas
“ Davila gives you everything, no holds barred, from recipes for the capirotada dessert served at Eastertide to powerful polvos designed for use in the intense love domination spells known as amarres . This is a book and an author that holds nothing back, and anyone attempting to learn about Mexican folk magic should be eager to learn from Davila’s work.”
—Cory Thomas Hutcheson, author of New World Witchery: A Trove of North American Folk Magic
“Laura Davila has written an outstanding book on my favorite subject: the tried-and-true sorcery born of necessity. Magic that, like love, transcends all time and space. The souls of the oppressed live in her every word. Their presence gives a bittersweet weight to her words without weighing them down. This book is about magic, but, most of all, it is about resilience and family and the ties that bind us in eternity. There are only a handful of books I have read that permanently reside in my heart. Mexican Sorcery: A Practical Guide to Brujeria de Rancho by Laura Davila is now one of them.”
— Mary-Grace Fahrun, author of Italian Folk Magic: Rue’s Kitchen Witchery
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Author Laura Davila
Laura Davila is a fifth-generation Mexican witch, a long-time practitioner of Mexican ensalmeria, hechicería, brujeria, and folk Catholicism. Born and raised in Mexico, Laura has lived in the US since 2010. Laura identifies as a “bruja de rancho”—a “ranch witch”—a term with great resonance in Mexico indicating knowledge of botanicals and the natural world. She learned her practice at her grandmothers’ knees. Laura is also a Tarot card reader and a flower essence practitioner. Follow her on Instagram @daphne_la_hechicera.
Spell work, spiritual cleansing, herbal magic, how to protect against the Evil Eye, and cast, break, and avert hexes and curses.
Mexican witchcraft, or brujeria, has long been an integral part of traditional Mexican culture that permeates all strata of social hierarchy, ethnicity, or level of education.
“Brujeria de Rancho” refers to brujeria as it is practiced in the rural areas of Mexico. There, the brujos de Ranch offer their healing and divinatory powers, acting as advisors, and even meting out justice through the use of cursing and hexing for people who are often not able to pay lawyers’ fees.
Davila, a practicing bruja de Rancho and for whom this is a multi-generational family tradition brings this tradition to light in this comprehensive guide to Brujeria and Hechiceria (sorcery), presenting the beliefs and practices to today’s readers. The tradition includes a component of folk Catholicism that will be accessible to Pagans, non-Catholics, and practitioners of Hoodoo and Conjure. Topics included in the book are spell work, cleansings ( limpias ), herbs, talismans, how to protect against the Evil Eye, and also how to cast, break, and avert hexes and curses.
“ Mexican Sorcery touches on topics of Mexican folk magic that many people, including myself, have questions about but don’t know where to look. For anyone interested in Mexican folk magic, this book will become a staple.”
— Robyn Valentine, creator of Tired Witch, author of Magickal Tarot
"Thank you, Daphne la Hechicera, for providing an excellent book that offers accessible magical rites and showcases the beauty and eclectic nature of Brujeria de Rancho. Along with diverse magical recipes, Daphne la Hechicera brilliantly interweaves tales, stories, and Mexican folklore. I loved this book!”
— Erika Buenaflor, M.A., J.D., author of Cleansing Rites of Curanderismo
"Laura Davila's work perfectly reflects the Brujería de Rancho in Mexico, one that transcends borders despite being born on this side of the river. Her book is powerful like cacti, full of magic like the night in the desert, and spicy like the chili that burns in the candles on Good Friday. Laura is a ranch witch by birth, heritage, and will, and an excellent exponent of real witchcraft in northern Mexico."
— Paola Klug, author of Relatos de las Brujas Morenas and Grimorio de las Brujas Morenas
“ Davila gives you everything, no holds barred, from recipes for the capirotada dessert served at Eastertide to powerful polvos designed for use in the intense love domination spells known as amarres . This is a book and an author that holds nothing back, and anyone attempting to learn about Mexican folk magic should be eager to learn from Davila’s work.”
—Cory Thomas Hutcheson, author of New World Witchery: A Trove of North American Folk Magic
“Laura Davila has written an outstanding book on my favorite subject: the tried-and-true sorcery born of necessity. Magic that, like love, transcends all time and space. The souls of the oppressed live in her every word. Their presence gives a bittersweet weight to her words without weighing them down. This book is about magic, but, most of all, it is about resilience and family and the ties that bind us in eternity. There are only a handful of books I have read that permanently reside in my heart. Mexican Sorcery: A Practical Guide to Brujeria de Rancho by Laura Davila is now one of them.”
— Mary-Grace Fahrun, author of Italian Folk Magic: Rue’s Kitchen Witchery “A meticulously researched guide for the seeker of Mexican folk magic, Laura Davila’s Mexican Sorcery explores the folk Catholic aspects of this magia (magic) from a perspective grounded in history and founded on authentic practice. With its practical approach to brujeria del rancho , Mexican Sorcery is a valuable resource for any modern practitioner.”
— Alexis A. Arredondo and Eric J. Labrado of City Alchemist, authors of Magia Magia: Invoking Mexican Magic and Blood of Brujeria: Traditional Mexican Curses X Defense
“Never before has there been a Brujeria book written in English that contains so much heart and soul. Mexican Sorcery is the book that will change the magical community’s understanding of our magia forever.”
—J. Allen Cross, author of American Brujeria: Modern Mexican American Folk Magic
“Laura Davila presents the pure magic of our cultura in an authentic way approachable to both experienced workers of Mexican magic as well as non-Latinx folks wanting a better understanding of how we do things in the ranchos . Abundant in cultural history, Mexican Sorcery sheds light on this extremely effective yet often overlooked magic of our Mexican culture. Encompassing health, wealth, love, and more, Davila reveals and gives cultural insight into how the pragmatic magic of our rural Mexico can be authentically adapted by anyone truly intent to learn its secrets.”
—Tomás Prower, author of La Santa Muerte: Unearthing the Magic and Mysticism of Death
“Whether you’re Mexican and looking to practice Brujeria, or non-Mexican and hoping to broaden your understanding of global witchcraft traditions, Mexican Sorcery is a must-read. Davila draws from her knowledge as a fifth-generation Mexican witch to present a clear rundown of the theory and practice of Hechicería. The book also looks at folk magic through a liberatory, anti-oppression lens.”
—Julia Glassman, themarysue.com
Aside from spells and rituals, the book delves into the beliefs and mythology associated with Mexican witchcraft. It explores the concept of nahualism, which is the belief that individuals can transform into animals or have a spiritual connection with them. This belief has its roots in pre-Columbian cultures and remains an important aspect of Mexican witchcraft. Moreover, the Mexican witchcraft book provides guidance on how to protect oneself from malevolent spirits or witchcraft. It discusses different forms of protection, such as using amulets, prayers, and rituals to ward off negative energies. Overall, the Mexican witchcraft book serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the beliefs, practices, and rituals of Mexican witches. It provides valuable insights into a rich and complex tradition that continues to thrive in Mexican society..
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1. Jack - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the "Mexican witchcraft book". The content seemed more like a mishmash of random superstitions and folklore rather than a comprehensive guide to Mexican witchcraft. I was hoping for more in-depth information on the traditions, rituals, and spells, but the book barely scratched the surface. It felt like a missed opportunity to explore such a fascinating topic. Overall, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a genuine understanding of Mexican witchcraft.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars - This book was a complete waste of my time and money. It promised to provide insights into Mexican witchcraft but failed to deliver. The content was poorly organized, making it difficult to follow, and lacked credibility. Many of the spells and rituals mentioned were nothing more than generic and vague instructions, leaving me confused and skeptical. It's clear that the author didn't have a deep understanding or respect for the subject matter. I regret buying this book and would not recommend it to anyone interested in exploring Mexican witchcraft.
3. Mike - 2/5 stars - As someone genuinely interested in Mexican witchcraft, I was excited to get my hands on this book. However, it fell short of my expectations. The information provided was superficial and lacked depth. It felt like the author wrote this book based solely on internet research without any firsthand knowledge or experience. The lack of credible sources and references also made me question the authenticity of the content. While it briefly touched on some interesting aspects of Mexican witchcraft, it failed to offer any valuable insights or practical advice. Disappointing overall.