Voodoo Practice. Handbook for Witchcraft. Rituals Conspiracies
Some traditions of Voodoo Magic may use symbolic sacrifices or blood as part of the rituals. This may be associated with rites of purification and repentance. Also, Voodoo Magic is often accompanied by music and dancing. Rhythmic drums, choirs and dances used to create energy and contact spirits. These elements help create the atmosphere of religious ceremonies and are an important component of it. In the religious rituals of Voodoo Magic, believers can “reincarnate” into spirits or gods (loa) through imitation and facial expressions. It is considered a way of respecting and honoring spirits, as well as a means of communicating with them. Voodoo magic uses many symbols and signs that have magical meaning. These can be geometric shapes, amulets, drawings on the ground or on objects, their meaning may vary depending on the specific ritual.
Chapter 2. SYMBOLS AND SIGNS OF VOODOO MAGIC
Vèvè: Veves are symbolic designs or graphic marks that are used in the religious rituals of Voodoo Magic to summon spirits and gods. Each loa has its own unique veve, which serves as a kind of “signature” of this spirit.
Cross of Saint Andre: This symbol is a geometric cross with diagonal bars and is used to protect against negative forces and negative energies. The Cross of Saint-André can be depicted on amulets and talismans. Voodoo magic is often associated with the four elements – earth, water, air and fire. Each of these elements has its own symbol, which is used in rituals to create balance and harmony.
Snake Symbol: The snake is an important symbol in Voodoo Magick, especially in the traditions associated with the spirits of Danbal and Erzulie. The snake symbolizes life, death and rebirth.
Triskelion: This symbol, consisting of three interlocking circles or spirals, has different interpretations in different contexts. It can symbolize the cyclical nature of life and death, as well as the balance between different aspects of life. In Voodoo Magic, various animals such as rats, spiders, snakes and crocodiles can be used as symbols with specific magical meanings. For example, a spider may be associated with art and creativity.
Witch’s Cross: This symbol is a cross surrounded by a ring. It can be used in rituals to protect and combat negative forces.
In Voodoo Magic, various numbers and number combinations can have magical meanings.
Number 3: This number can symbolize the three aspects of voodoo magic: the world of spirits, the world of the living and the world of the dead. It can also represent the triple form goddess and her aspects. For example,
The number 7 is associated with magic and spiritual powers. It can symbolize seven spirits, seven directions, seven days of the week, and so on. Seven is also considered a sacred number in many religious and magical traditions.
The number 9 is used in voodoo magic as the number of ending and completion. It can symbolize the end of one stage and the beginning of a new one. The number 13 can be seen as associated with the spirits of the deceased and the cycles of death and rebirth. It can also be associated with a goddess and feminine energy.
The number 21 can symbolize the achievement of a full moon or fullness in a magical action.
The number 777 can be associated with higher spiritual forces and protection from negative influences.
The number 2 symbolizes balance in the magical practice of voodoo. This can be used, for example, to achieve harmony between different aspects of life or to enhance balance in magical work.
The number 4 can be associated with four elements (earth, water, fire, air) and directions (north, south, east, west. It can be used to balance and harmonize magical powers.
The number 11 is associated with spiritual enlightenment and intuition. It can be used in rituals to develop magical abilities.
The number 22 symbolizes mastery and magical power. It can be used in magical practices to achieve outstanding results.
The number 5 can symbolize change and transformation. It is used in rituals associated with change and transformation.
The number 8 is associated with infinity and abundance. It can be used to attract material well-being.
All these symbols and signs are just a small part of the rich symbolism of Voodoo Magic. They are used to perform rituals, create amulets and talismans, as well as to appeal to spirits and gods. Each of them has its own unique meaning and context in the religious and magical practice of Voodoo Magic.
Rites of passage and initiation:
Rites of passage and initiation in Voodoo Magic are complex and profound ceremonies during which a believer enters into a special connection with spirits and gods, as well as becomes a full member of the Voodoo magic community. The process of initiation and initiation may vary depending on the specific tradition and school of Voodoo Magic, but in general it includes the following stages: Preparation and training: before the initiation ceremony begins, the believer usually goes through a period of preparation and training under the guidance of experienced priests or priests of Voodoo Magic. During this period, the believer learns the basics of religious and magical practices, as well as learns the traditions and rituals of his particular tradition of Voodoo Magic.
Purification and preparation: Before the rite itself, the believer can undergo purification and preparation in order to purify himself from negative energies and prepare for the important moment of initiation. The rite of passage itself may include a number of ritual actions, including prayers, songs, dances, censers, sacrifices and other symbolic acts. During the ceremony, the believer can meet with spirits or gods who accept him into their sphere of influence. In some cases, the rite of passage may include a moment when the believer temporarily possesses the spirit or God. At this point, the believer may show signs of trance or an altered state of consciousness and give voice to the spirit. During the initiation ceremony, a believer may be given a new name or nickname, which symbolizes his connection with a certain spirit or God. After completing the initiation ceremony, the believer becomes a full member of the Voodoo Magic community and gains access to deeper knowledge and practices. He also becomes a part of the religious and magical community and can participate in rituals and rituals. After initiation, the believer is usually supported and accompanied by experienced priests. This helps the believer in developing his skills and knowledge in Voodoo Magic. It is important to note that the rites of initiation and initiation in Voodoo Magic can be very diverse and depend on a particular tradition, community and region. They are often accompanied by music, dancing and magical symbols, creating a unique experience for every believer.
Magical Signs and Symbols of Voodoo Magic: meaning and their features
Magical signs, symbols and symbolism play an important role in various magical practices around the world. They are important for several reasons.
Firstly, it is a connection with energy and archetypes. Magical signs and symbols are often associated with certain energy fields and archetypes. They can serve as a bridge between the conscious and subconscious, allowing the magician to access certain forces and energies. The use of magical symbols can help focus the magician’s attention on a specific goal or intention. The symbol becomes a focal point through which the magician can channel his magical energy. In magical systems such as runes, zodiac symbols, or voodoo veves, symbols serve as a means of communication with spirits, gods, or other magical powers. They help the magician convey his intentions and requests at higher levels. We will discuss this in great detail in this book. The symbols can be charged with magical energy and used to create amulets, amulets or talismans. These items can then be worn or placed in certain places to attract certain energies. We will also tell you about this later. Magical signs and symbols can be incorporated into various rituals and rituals to enhance magical work. They serve as handles that the magician uses to control and direct energy. In some magical traditions, symbols have a hidden meaning that is accessible only to those who have undergone certain rituals and training. This is a way to preserve and transfer knowledge within the tradition. It is important to note that magical symbols and their meaning can vary greatly depending on magical tradition, culture and practice. Some magicians may use standard symbols such as the pentagram or ankh, while others develop their own symbols and systems for their own unique purposes. Magical symbols play an important role in Voodoo magic practices. They are used for rituals, rituals, communication with spirits (loa) and the direction of magical influences.
MAGIC SYMBOLS LIST
Magical signs, symbols and symbolism play an important role in various magical practices around the world. They are important for several reasons. Connection with energy and archetypes: Magical signs and symbols are often associated with certain energy fields and archetypes. They can serve as a bridge between the conscious and subconscious, allowing the magician to access certain forces and energies. The use of magical symbols can help focus the magician’s attention on a specific goal or intention. The symbol becomes a focal point through which the magician can channel his magical energy. In magical systems such as runes, zodiac symbols, or voodoo veves, symbols serve as a means of communication with spirits, gods, or other magical powers. They help the magician convey his intentions and requests at higher levels.
The symbols can be charged with magical energy and used to create amulets, amulets or talismans. These items can then be worn or placed in certain places to attract certain energies.
Magical signs and symbols can be incorporated into various rituals and rituals to enhance magical work. They serve as handles that the magician uses to control and direct energy. And in some magical traditions, symbols have a hidden meaning that is available only to those who have undergone certain rituals and training. This is a way to preserve and transfer knowledge within the tradition. It is very important to understand and know these magical symbols.
Creating a Pentagram in Voodoo Magic
The pentagram is a five-pointed star, which can be depicted both inside the circle and without it. The appearance may vary depending on the magic system and the preferences of the magician. It is important to keep the shape and symmetry consistent in order to achieve maximum efficiency. Materials: a sheet of paper or a piece of parchment, a black marker or ink, a candle (preferably black or white), an amulet or a stone (optional). Before you start drawing a pentagram, set a clear defense intent. Focus on what you want to protect: yourself, your home, your family, and so on. Start by drawing a circle around a piece of paper or parchment. This circle represents protection and limitation of negative energy. Then draw a five-pointed star (pentagram) inside the circle. Start from one of the vertices and move clockwise. Draw the lines so that you get a star. When you finish drawing the pentagram, hold the sheet in front of the candle and visualize how the symbol fills with light and energy, protecting you from negative influences. You can also say words or prayers for protection, if this is consistent with your practice. Charge the pentagram (optional). If you have an amulet or a stone, you can place a pentagram next to it to charge it with protective energy. Pick up the amulet or stone and focus on the intention of protection, imagining how the energy of the pentagram passes into this object. Place the pentagram in a prominent place. Place the hand-drawn pentagram in a place where it will be visible to you so that it reminds you of protection. You can also wear an amulet with a pentagram around your neck or as a bracelet. It is important to remember that magical practices are based on beliefs and symbolism, and their effectiveness may depend on your faith and conviction. Symbols and rituals can have a strong psychological impact and help you feel protected.
Chapter 3. Magical Tools of Voodoo Magic
In Voodoo Magic, in addition to magical symbols and pentagrams, there are many magical signs, tools, each of which has its own type, purpose and symbolic meaning, especially in Voodoo magic. Below are some of the most common magical tools and amulets, their appearance and purpose:
Vevey (Vèvè): Veves are symbolic drawings or graphic images that are used to invoke and connect with specific spirits or gods. They are usually painted on the ground, altar, or other surfaces using dry powders or liquids. Veves are unique symbols for each spirit and have certain meanings and properties. We will visit an entire chapter below this concept, it is so important in Voodoo magic.
Gris-gris: Gris-gris are small cloth pouches or amulets filled with various magical ingredients such as herbs, stones, metals or other objects. They are created for various purposes, including protection, attracting good luck, healing or driving away negative energies. Next, we will focus on this in great detail.
Medical Bags are amulets that are carried with you for treatment and protection. They usually contain herbs, stones, and other items that have healing properties. Medical bags can be worn around the neck, on the wrist or in a pocket and used as talismans to maintain physical and spiritual health.
Ritual Knives are used for various magical activities, including rituals of cutting and harvesting plants, symbolic actions, or it can be used for initiation rites or worship ceremonies and the preparation of sacrifices. They can have a special shape and decorations that indicate their magical purpose and connection with certain spirits. Voodoo ritual knives often have unique designs, decorations, and symbols. They can be made of a variety of materials, including metal, wood or bone. A sharp blade is usually present on a ritual knife, reflecting its role as a tool for various magical actions. Many Voodoo ritual knives can be decorated with specific symbols, including veves (symbolic drawings), images of loa (spirits), as well as magical symbols and runes.
Amulets and talismans: Amulets and talismans can be made of metal, wood, bone or other materials and are worn as protective symbols. Their shape and decorations may vary, but they usually serve to reflect negative energies and attract positive ones. We will focus on this very briefly here, but later in the book a very large place is given to this.
Magic wands (Wand) are tools used to channel and enhance magical energy during rituals and spells. In Voodoo magic, magic wands can be used to communicate with spirits (Loa), perform worship ceremonies and rituals, as well as for magical manipulations such as channeling energy, creating protective barriers, etc. Individual magic wands can be charged for specific purposes such as healing, protection, attracting good luck or love. Voodoo magic wands can be made of wood, metal, glass, and even crystals. Each material can give the wand its own special properties and energy. The design of a magic wand may include decorations, symbols, runes, stones, feathers, or other items that correspond to the purpose and intentions of the magician.
Bottles and Witchcraft Jars: Bottles and witchcraft jars can be made of different materials such as glass, plastic or wood. It is important that they are clean and have no odors or residues that could affect the magical work. Their appearance can be decorated in various ways, including drawings, symbols, texts, or other decorations. These decorations may be related to the purposes of magical work. Voodoo often uses special bottles and magic jars to create amulets and attract desired energies. They can be filled with various objects such as copper wires, nails, herbs and other materials that correspond to the specific purposes of the ritual.
Shamanic staffs that can be used in practice. Shamanic staffs can be made from a variety of materials, including wood, metal, bone, stones and other natural materials. They are often decorated with symbols, feathers, stones, beads and other objects that have symbolic meaning and can enhance their magical power. Shamanic staffs are used in the magical and religious practices of shamans and mediums. They serve for rituals, rituals and ceremonies, as well as for entering into a trance and communicating with spirits and spirit worlds. Staffs can also be used to channel energy, protect against negative influences, heal rites, and spirit evocation rites. Shamanic staffs are characteristic of shamanic and mediumistic practices, not Voodoo magic. Voodoo is an African religious and magical tradition that has its own rituals and rituals, and it differs from shamanic traditions typical of other cultures.
Bird feathers and bones are used in rituals to communicate with spirits and gods. They can be inserted into amulets or used to create unique symbols.
The Voodoo mirror has the function of reflecting negative energies and protecting against them. Sometimes mirrors are placed in houses or on altars. Mirrors can also be included in rituals to attract light spirits or to reflect negative influences, in love magic practice, in healing. A mirror in Voodoo magic, like other magical tools, is used taking into account the specific intentions and goals of the magician. The Voodoo mirror has the function of reflecting negative energies and protecting against them. Sometimes mirrors are placed in houses or on altars. Mirrors can also be included in rituals to attract light spirits or to reflect negative influences, in love magic practice, in healing. The mirror in Voodoo magic, like other magical tools, is used taking into account the specific intentions and goals of the magician.
Voodoo Dolls: Voodoo dolls can be used as magical amulets or for rituals. They are usually miniature human figures created from cloth, sticks and other materials. Dolls can be used as a means to transmit negative energies or diseases, as well as for treatment and protection. In fact, the meaning of the Voodoo doll is much broader, but we will discuss this a little later. In this case, we only mention it in the general range of magical Voodoo tools.
Pendants and Medallions: Magic pendants and medallions are worn around the neck and serve as amulets to protect and enhance magical abilities. They may have various symbols and images associated with Voodoo Magic, such as veves or images of gods and spirits.
Magical candles and lamps are often used in rituals to create light and energy, as well as to attract the attention of spirits. There is a whole section dedicated to magic candles in the blog, so we don’t stop here in detail.
Magical oils and incense are used to “anoint” amulets, candles, and other objects to give them magical properties and energy. They may contain various herbs, oils and aromatic ingredients.
Huge Amulets and Statues: Some Voodoo believers use large amulets and statues to create an atmosphere on the altar and in their home. These objects can depict gods, spirits, or symbolic figures.
Voodoo Cross It is a symbolic cross that can be used in Voodoo Magic rituals. It can have different variations and symbolize different aspects of faith and protection.
Totem Figures and Masks: Some Voodoo Magic rituals may involve the use of totem figures and masks that represent spirits and gods. These items can be worn or held in the hands during the ritual. In Voodoo magic, masks can be part of rituals related to the veneration of loa (Voodoo spirits) or other spiritual entities. They can be used to come into contact with the loa, warn against negative energies, or help in healing and protection rituals.
Magical Herbs and Roots: Magical herbs and roots can be used as amulets or ingredients in various Voodoo Magic rituals. They can have healing or protective properties and are worn in bags, pouches or embedded in amulets.
Rings and Bracelets: Some rings and bracelets, especially if they have special symbols or engravings, can be used in Voodoo Magic as magical amulets to protect or attract happiness. Rings and bracelets can be used in magical rites and rituals, as handles for channeling magical energy and strengthening intentions. On the arc side in Voodoo magic, rings and bracelets can be energized for healing purposes. Carriers can use them to relieve physical pain or psychological problems. Some rings and bracelets can be used for magical protection and blocking negative influences. They can help ward off negative energies or curses. They can be used as amulets or amulets to protect against negative energies, diseases or sabotage. They can be wearable talismans to ensure personal safety and well-being. Rings and bracelets can be decorated with specific loa (spirit) symbols to attract their attention and support. It can be used in religious rituals and prayers. In Voodoo love rituals, rings and bracelets can be used to attract love and strengthen relationships. They can be wearable charms to enhance sexual attractiveness and attract a partner. But some rings and bracelets can be used for magical protection and blocking negative influences. They can help ward off negative energies or curses.
Bots: These are sacred fetishes that represent spirits or gods. They can be used in rituals and rituals to connect with spirits and receive their help.
Fixtures and Lamps: Fixtures and lamps can be used to create a special atmosphere during Voodoo Magic rituals. They can be decorated with special symbols or images that correspond to the purposes of the ritual.
Magic Books and Records: Magic books and records may contain spells, prayers, and instructions for performing rituals. These records can be passed down from generation to generation and contain valuable knowledge of Voodoo Magic.
Memorabilia: Some believers in Voodoo Magic may use memorabilia such as photographs of deceased relatives or personal items to establish a connection with spirits and ancestors. A Voodoo priest may have his or her own tools related to his or her rituals and traditions. These tools may include Voodoo implements such as drums, wands, amulets, and attributes specific to his or her initiation and practice. It is important to emphasize that each of these magical tools, amulets, talismans
It has its own unique symbolic meanings and properties, and is also used for certain purposes and rituals within the framework of Voodoo Magic.
Chapter 4. The Magical signs of Vevey and Grigri
Let’s take a closer look at some of the signs and instruments in more detail. So, Veves are symbolic drawings that are associated with various loa (spirits or gods) in the Voodoo religion. Each Loa has its own unique veve, which is used to invoke and address it during rituals and ceremonies. Below are examples of veves for some of the most famous Loa (gods) in Voodoo and their brief description:
Papa Legba: Papa Legba’s veve is a pattern resembling a “Y” with crisscrossing lines and a cross at the bottom. He is the patron saint of roads and travel, and is also the “keeper of the keys” to the spirit worlds in the Voodoo religion.