Wiccan books are a valuable resource for individuals interested in the study and practice of Wicca. Wicca is a modern pagan witchcraft tradition that incorporates various elements from ancient beliefs and rituals. These books serve as a guide for beginners, providing an introduction to the basic principles, rituals, and tools used in Wiccan practices. There are numerous Wiccan books available in the market, ranging from beginner-friendly to more advanced texts. For those who are new to Wicca, books like "Wicca: A Guide for the Solitary Practitioner" by Scott Cunningham and "The Spiral Dance" by Starhawk offer an excellent starting point. These books provide an overview of Wiccan beliefs, rituals, and practices, along with easy-to-follow instructions.
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The figurine is clearly a vital part to cursing, healing or changing the subject, but the societal structure and ceremony are equally crucial. Who is allowed to use the doll? What rituals take place at the same time?
These books provide an overview of Wiccan beliefs, rituals, and practices, along with easy-to-follow instructions. As the journey into Wicca deepens, individuals might find themselves drawn to more specialized texts. Books like "Drawing Down the Moon" by Margot Adler and "To Ride a Silver Broomstick" by Silver RavenWolf delve further into the history, philosophy, and various branches of Wicca.
The Voodoo doll:
The use of a gris-gris begins by a private visit to a Voodoo Queen or Doctor, and ends with a ceremony. The Voodoo Queen or Doctor, after having understood what the client desired, invokes the spirits for guidance. Every Voodoo Queen or Doctor in Louisiana possesses a real snake, which represents the physical incarnation of the spirit Legba. To attract him, one uses chicken, tobacco and bones. Without Legba's guidance, the Voodoo Queen or Doctor cannot construct a doll or even instruct on a doll's construction. Once the doll has been constructed, the only remaining steps are to physically make it similar to the targeted person-- by attaching a strand of hair, for instance-- and hide it in the immediate vicinity of the targeted person.
This is the veve, or religious symbol, of the Papa Legba:
The actions during a private seance are contingent on what type of aim it has.
- Love: After the required invocation of Legba, the spirit of Aida Quiedo is most often invoked. She is the primary female spirit and love is assigned to the female in Voodoo religion. In Louisiana, the deceased Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, Marie Laveaux, who has now become a spirit, is often called upon, because Lavaux was famed for her love potions during her life. To bring the spirits into the doll, one must encircle it with things known to attract and draw the attention of the spirit. This is very contingent on the Voodoo Queen or Doctor, and can have many different constructions. However, in general, pink-- which attracts love spirits-- and red-- which defines attraction in sexual terms-- are used. Other associations with love are perfurmes, rose petals, sweets, plums, feathers and bright objects.
- Power and Domination:Legba is invoked, and St. Jude (the patron of lost causes) and St. Anthony (the patron of finding lost things) are also called upon. To do this, purple or green candles are often used, and mint or cinnamon aromas are burnt. If one is seeking to harm an opponent, the Ghédé spirits are invoked, because they are considered easily corruptible. To attract a Ghédé spirit, one may use the fresh blood from a bird, silver coins or a knotted string.
- Luck and Finance: There is no specific spirit for welfare, the Voodoo Queen or Doctor would normally try to attract a spirit the client is familiar with. To do this, parsley is used. It can be sewn into the gris-gris, thus altering the doll directly, or around it. If gambling is concerned, lodestones (raw magnetic rocks) are wrapped in currency and deposited into the doll's pouch or into the doll itself. Gold or yellow is associated with money, not green.
- Uncrossing: If someone wants to undo a malevolent gris-gris that is acting against them, they must invoke Legba. Before the ritual takes place, sweeping one's front steps every morning with the dust of red bricks serves as a protection against evil spirits.
A monetary payment is required for the Voodoo Queen or Doctor, and a spiritual payment is needed for the spirit. This spiritual paymet is voluntary posession by the spirit, and occurs during a Voodoo ceremony, after a gris-gris has begun its work. The ceremonies have no fixed rules, but often begin with prayer. The spirit of Legba is invoked, and small offerings are made to the spirits. Rythmic music begins, and grows louder and faster until posession occurs. Jerry Gandolfo, who has attended many of these ceremonies, recounts how they often unfold: "The spirits are invited to possess the people in attendance. A spirit is not confined to time or place, however there are several things a mortal can do that a spirit would not normally experience. These include eating, drinking, dancing, singing, smoking and sexual relations. The person who has used the gris-gris, or doll, and has received favorable intercession of the sprits invites the spirit to posses them in order to use their physical bodies as a means to engage in the aforementioned activities."
These books provide a deeper understanding of the different traditions within Wicca and offer insights into the diversity of practices among Wiccans. Additionally, there are several books that focus on specific topics within Wicca, such as herbal magic, spellcasting, or divination. These books, like "The Green Witch" by Arin Murphy-Hiscock or "The Witch's Book of Shadows" by Phyllis Curott, offer practical advice, spells, and rituals related to their respective subjects. They provide a wealth of knowledge for those who wish to specialize in a particular aspect of Wicca. It is important to note that Wiccan books should be approached with an open mind and critical thinking. While they provide valuable information and guidance, personal exploration and experience are equally essential in developing one's individual practice. Wiccan books can serve as a foundation, but they should not be considered as the ultimate authority. Each practitioner must find their own path and adapt the teachings to suit their unique journey. In conclusion, Wiccan books are a valuable resource for individuals interested in learning about and practicing Wicca. They offer a wealth of information, guidance, and practical advice for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. However, it is important to approach these books with an open mind and critical thinking, using them as a foundation for personal exploration and growth within the Wiccan tradition..
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