This book was written as a "How to" guide for individuals who are active participants in the Santeria Religion. It`s purpose is to introduce and encourage individuals of Santeria to familiarize themselves with an inexpensive way of preparing basic ingredients to produce "natural magic". Rarely is careful attention paid to the preparation of homemade magic products in these modern times. Rarer still, is finding an individual who is dedicated and competent in this aspect of spell crafting. It is a magical institution that is dying and must not be overlooked or forgotten. This book is an important resource guide to the magic found within nature. If properly utilized with respect and reverence, the Santeria practitioner will live harmoniously in nature with the Orishas. paperback 147 pgs. Weight: 0.440 lbs 17.95
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Santeria: African Magic in Latin America by Migene Gonzalez-
In 1973, the first hardcover edition of Santeria: African Magic in Latin America by cultural anthropologist Migene Gonzalez-Wippler was first published by Julian Press. It became an immediate best-seller and is still considered by many experts one of the most popular books on Santeria, having gone through four editions and several translations. Now this beloved classic, written by one of the foremost scholars on the Afro-Cuban religion, has returned in a fifth edition. This time, the text has been carefully edited and corrected to incorporate vital new material. The Beliefs, the practices, the legends of Santeria are brilliantly brought to life in this exciting and critically best-seller. If you have ever wondered what Santeria is, if you are curious about the rituals and practices of this mysterious religion, and want to delve in its deepest secrets, read Santeria: African Magic in Latin America. It will answer all of your questions and much more. This is a 179 page soft cover book. 15.95
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Cuban Santeria by Raul J Canizares
Initiated into the Santeria priesthood at the age of seven, Raul Canizares unveils in Cuban Santeria, the secret and seductive world of this rapidly growing , yet largely misunderstood, Afro-Cuban religion. With the knowledge of an insider and the insight of a scholar, Canizares examines the practice of Santeria, revealing many of its previously hidden dimensions while at the same time providing a fascinating, account of its textured mix of African, Cuban, and Catholic traditions.
The Cuban-born Canizares describes the practices and rituals of the followers of Santeria, from magical herbal prescription and healing to spiritism and animal sacrifice, and explains how for many years the religion has been maintained under the guise of Catholicism to avoid religious persecution. Most initiates are sworn to a code of silence, but Canizares believes that the time has come to relax this code and move Santeria , a religion of beauty and resilience, out of the darkness and into the light so that a more accurate picture of this rich tradition can emerge. Eleven color plates and black-and-white illustrations by the author enhance the text and further evoke the potent spirit of Santeria.
This is a 152 page softcover book. 16.95
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Santeria is an earth religion. Each orisha or saint is identified with a force of nature and with a human interest or endeavor. The author of this book has written "Santeria" and "Santeria Experience." This book takes us further into the practices of Santeria`s followers. Paperback, 132 pages 10.95
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Throughout the ancient world, people presented offerings to the deities along with petitions and prayers. Most often they were supplicated with a bonfire or flame from an oil lamp. In time, Christianity pushed the ancestral deities into the background. Within the religious systems of Santeria, Condomble and Voudun, people began to worship their gods under the guise of Christian saints. The saints took on characteristics of the pagan deities. 12.95
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During the slave trade, the Yoruba of southwestern Nigeria who were brought to Cuba were forbidden the practice of their religion by their Spanish masters. In order to continue their magical and religious observances safely, the slaves opted for the identification and disguise of the Orishas with some of the Catholic Saints worshipped by the Spaniards. In this manner, they were able to worship their deities under the very noses of the Spaniards without danger of punishment. The book has been divided into sections, each dealing with a specific Orisha, the attributes, paths or aspects, necklaces, initiations, foods, herbs, legends, and other pertinent information about the particular deity. Paperback, 126 pages 10.95
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Deities, initiatory rituals, and ceremonies of Palo, an African-based Cuban religion similar to Santeria. Features never-before-published sygils, workings, and over 200 translations of herbs and palo sticks from Cuban Spanish to Bantu and English, including each plant`s scientific classification. The book also features many photographs of rituals, initiations, and sacrifices 22.95
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Spiritual baths have been used for hundreds of years to heal sickness and for supernatural power. This book explores the mysteries and techniques of preparing herbal baths used in traditional Santeria. The book contains lists of herbs, oils, powders, rituals and other magical ingredients used by Santeros for hundreds of years. The book contains formulas for preparing Orisha baths, love baths, money baths, cleansing baths, sweet baths and many more. Paperback, 68 page 8.95
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Use the power of the Cobra to protect your home and family. For use in rituals of Santeria, Voodoo, spiritual healing, cleansings & jinx removing. Light one end of these powerful ritual aids to release the power within! 12 Pellets included. 2.95
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Why another book on the saints? This one hopes to offer an approach not taken by other authors. This volume will give you a brief sketch of their lives so that their personal circumstances and their triumphs over temptations and tribulations may prove an inspiration to the reader. Which saints can be asked to intercede for various health conditions, the patron saints of your job , and the special aid certain saints can offer for particular situations are covered. Paperback, 112 pages 6.95
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