Includes bibliographical references (pages 222-223) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction: the beginning -- Answering the call -- My practice: IFA and the Orisha -- My practice: Hoodoo -- How I met my ancestors -- What is ancestor veneration? -- Why does ancestral veneration matter? -- Ancestors are everywhere (babies, bones, and bibles) -- Shared values -- Go back and fetch it -- Can we talk for a minute? Ancestral communication -- Let's build: ancestor altars -- Healing family lines -- Good ole ritual -- Grief, death, and dying -- Community (Ubuntu) -- Conclusion: surrendering to spirit.
Summary, etc.:
"In this fascinating, informative guide, podcaster, priestess, and all-around badass witch Juju Bae teaches you how to connect with your ancestors, as well as how to create a spiritual practice that respectfully incorporates their wisdom while remaining uniquely yours. In addition to foundational information about traditional African and African diasporic spirituality and religion, including Ifa and Hoodoo, Juju covers the basics of altar-building, ritual, and a range of methods for ancestor communication (including divination, mediumship, dream travel, and more). By reading this book, you will be taking the next steps to self-discovery, and you will gain the tools to access the wisdom of your past in order to make the best decisions for your present and future self"--
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