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American Brujeria : Modern Mexican American Folk Magic.
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Cross, J. Allen.
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Witchcraft--United States.
- Witchcraft.
- Magic--United States.
- Magic.
- Witchcraft--Mexico.
- Magic--Mexico.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (242 pages)
- Other Title:
- American Brujeria
- Place of Publication:
- 2021.
- Newburyport : Red Wheel/Weiser, 2021.
- Summary:
- "This book focuses on the blend of American and Mexican folk magic currently being used by those living in the US but whose roots are in the Mexican culture. This type of Mexican-American folk magic contains its own unique saints and spirits, as well as the more familiar, such as the infamous Santa Muerte. It is extremely similar to Conjure traditions of the American south and, in fact, shares a lot of crossover, demonstrating how these traditions have influenced one another"-- Provided by publisher.
- Contents:
- Front Cover
- Advanced Praise for American Brujeria
- Contents
- Introduction: Spanglish
- The Importance of Being "In Between"
- What Is American Brujeria?
- How Are American Brujeria and
- The Word Brujo/a/x
- Wielding History
- Can Non-Mexicans Use This Magic?
- Chapter 1: The Basics
- The Concepts
- The Tools
- Chapter 2: La Iglesia
- Working in the Church
- Prayers
- Holy Medals
- Chapter 3: La Virgen
- The Story of Cuauhtlatoatzin
- The Symbols and Mysteries of Coatlaxopeuh
- The Implications of Coatlaxopeuh
- Setting Up a Guadalupe Altar
- Praying the Rosary
- Rosary Magic
- Chapter 4: Las Velas
- Saints or Intentions?
- A Brief Overview of Colors and Intentions
- Fixing or Dressing Your Novena
- A Note on Proper Filling
- Burning Your Novena
- Seeing the Signs during the Burn
- Reading the Glass
- Novena Spells
- Chapter 5: Los Santos
- Working with Saints
- Mexican Folk Saints
- Catholic Saints
- Chapter 6: La Muerte
- The Open Arms of Santisima
- A Word of Caution
- Getting Acquainted with Death
- The Colors of Death
- Chapter 7: Limpias
- Who Should Call Themselves a Curandero? Who ShouldGive Limpias?
- Herbs and Plants
- Preparing for the Limpia
- What's God Got to Do with It?
- Sahumerio
- Barridas
- Baños
- Fire Limpias
- The Session
- Limpias and Children
- The Law of Replacement
- A Note of Caution
- Chapter 8: Hechizos
- The Art of Spellcasting
- Magical Timing
- Herbal Allies
- Crafting Your Own Oils
- Bibliomancy
- La Brujería de Vicks VapoRub
- Red Ribbon
- Scissors
- Mama Ruda
- Water Glass Magic
- Garlic, Horseshoes, y Más!
- Night Protection
- House Protection
- Combat Magic
- Chapter 9: Los Antepasados
- Building an Ancestor Altar
- Working with the Ancestors
- Common Questions
- A Prayer for the Liminal
- Bibliography/Recommended Reading.
- About the Author
- Back Cover.
- Notes:
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- ISBN:
- 1-63341-223-7
- OCLC:
- 1246625228
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