{"product_id":"voodoo-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394400232","title":"Voodoo For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394400232","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eVoodoo For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eDenise M. Alvarado (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394400232, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 9 July 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e384 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.8 x 2.3 cm, 0.522 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn approachable and accurate guide to Voodoo.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady to connect with the unseen world, the angels, and the spirits of those who have passed? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVoodoo For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eis a fascinating and easy-to-follow guide to Voodoo (also known as Vodou), a celebrated system of beliefs practiced widely around the world. This book explains the history of this tradition, one that has been passed down orally through the generations, as well as the Iwa (spirits), myste (mysteries), anvizib (the invisibles), zanj (angels), and the spirits of those who have passed away and how they’re interconnected. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll learn all about the regional varieties of Voodoo and the different ritual practices that restore harmony and balance. You’ll also discover the different Voodoo holidays and celebrations and the different kinds of healing, divination, and protection prayers that adherents use in their lives. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow Voodoo followers understand the difference between the visible and the unseen world\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe different kinds of prayers, songs, dances, and gestures that Voodoo practitioners use in their rituals\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow the history of Voodoo interacts with contemporary society to create a vibrant new way of practicing the religion\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerfect for practicing followers of Voodoo and beginner magic users considering Voodoo as their main occult education practice, \u003ci\u003eVoodoo For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e is also a great read for everyone interested in learning more about this rich collection of traditions and overall religion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Understanding the World of Voodoo 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 1: Introducing the Story of Voodoo 7\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 2: Exploring the Voodoo Universe 23\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 3: Unmasking the Many Faces of Voodoo 39\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 4: Exploring Cultural Processes and Their Effect on Voodoo 55\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 5: Deciding Whether Voodoo Is Right For You 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Sacred Order, Sacred Symbols, Sacred Spaces83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 6: Exploring the Priests and Priestesses of Voodoo 85\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 7: Understanding Ritual Symbolism 101\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 8: Identifying Sacred Spaces and Structures 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Living the Voodoo Tradition 139\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 9: Observing Voodoo Rituals and Ceremonies 141\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 10: Practicing Ancestor Reverence 157\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 11: Serving the Spirits 171\u003cbr\u003eHAPTER 12: Demystifying Controversial Voodoo Practices 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Performing Voodoo Magic 201\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 13: Practicing Voodoo Techniques 203\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 14: Gathering the Tools of Voodoo 213\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 15: Preparing Voodoo Magic Baths 229\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 16: Using Herbs for Medicine and Magic 245\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 17: Creating Gris-Gris 263\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 18: Doing It Right: Disposing Ritual Remains and Closing Rituals 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Taking Cautions and Precautions 285\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 19: Protecting Yourself: Spotting Charlatans and Scams 287\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 20: Understanding Authority and Appropriate Boundaries 299\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 21: Finding Reputable Teachers and Healthy Communities 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 323\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 22: Ten Must-Know Spirits of the Voodoo Pantheon 325\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 23: Ten Voodoo Rituals for Everyday Life 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Voodoo Spirits 339\u003cbr\u003eIndex 345\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Religion \u0026amp; beliefs [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Religion \u0026amp; beliefs\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Religion%20\u0026amp;%20beliefs%20%5BHR%5D%22\"\u003eHR\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52453384716568,"sku":"9781394400232","price":14.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394400232.jpg?v=1785283655","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/voodoo-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394400232","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}