African Spiritual Religion

In this four-in-one audiobook, you'll learn about voodoo and the power of African spirituality.

An inspiring exploration of the goddesses of the West African spiritual traditions and their role in shaping Yoruba (Ifa), Santeria, Haitian vodoun, and New Orleans voodoo.

In the realm of African spiritual pathways, no tradition is so widely embraced and practiced as the West African religion Orisa. Awakened by her own spiritual journey, Tobe Melora Correal, an initiated priestess in the Yoruba-Lukumi branch of Orisa, guides us along this blessed road. Finding Soul on the Path of Orisa provides a fresh look at these ancient teachings and emphasizes introspection and inner work over the outward manifestations of Orisa's practices.

When you’ve finished this guide, you’ll receive a comprehensive education on the African diaspora religions, the pantheon of the Orishas, and the Ifa divination system. It’s a great way to familiarize yourself with them and gain a deeper understanding of the subject. Even if you know a bit about them, you can likely get something new and enriching from listening to this book.

Conjure, also known as Hoodoo or Rootwork, is an old, powerful, and increasingly popular system of North American folk magic. Conjure's roots derive primarily from West and Central African spiritual traditions, but it has also been influenced by Christianity, Jewish mysticism, and Native American practices. Hoodoo Sen Moise has been studying this tradition and working with Conjure for over 35 years. Here, he explores Conjure's history, principles, fundamentals, and ethics, while simultaneously providing a practical how-to guide....

Africa is home to numerous spiritual practices, from Santeria and Haitian Voodoo to Kemetism and Isese (the Yoruba religion). Despite the variety of these traditions, finding a cohesive guide that looks at them from a neutral perspective is challenging. This book is the ideal guide and a great way to further your exploration of African spiritual practices.

Reveal the secrets behind spiritual intuition used in Yoruba traditions regarding Odu, Egbe, the Orishas, and ancestral veneration. Have you heard of the Yoruba spiritual intuition, Ori? Do you wish to explore the role Ori plays in Yoruba practices? Do you want to learn about the importance of Ori in ancestral veneration?

Unlock the Wisdom of the Orishas with The Sacred Teachings of The Orishas This book is rooted in authentic Yoruba tradition and authored by an initiated Babalawo. Step into the spiritual heart of the Yoruba people, an ancient culture rooted in present-day Nigeria. The Sacred Teachings of the Orishas invites you to explore a powerful spiritual tradition that is central to West African identity and continues to influence communities worldwide. The Orishas are sacred spirits born from the forces of nature and shaped by ancestral wisdom. They inhabit rivers, storms, mountains, and winds, ...

Make no mistake, the sacred gods are active. The African continent is home to ancestors, sacred deities, and diverse cultures. Among them is the Yoruba tradition, one of Africa’s most powerful societies. Standing the test of time and thriving against extinction, the Yoruba culture is one of the few African cultures that have crossed the vast oceans and continue to thrive today. Devotees spend their lives under the sacred guiding influence of the gods and are open to sharing the secrets of Orisha with those who seek knowledge.

Africa's spiritual traditions are diverse and profound, offering unique paths to connect with the divine. This comprehensive guide will help you navigate these rich spiritual landscapes.

For centuries, the spiritual heart of ancient Egypt pulsed beneath the surface of dusty history books and museum glass. But now, Kemetism for Beginners breathes life back into one of the world’s oldest living wisdom traditions—one built on balance, cosmic law, and divine connection. This is your gateway to understanding not just what the ancient Egyptians believed, but why it still matters today. Beneath the pyramids and papyrus scrolls lies a rich spiritual system grounded in Ma’at—truth, justice, and harmony. In a world spinning on chaos, Kemetism offers a way to anchor your ...

In the midst of our hectic, overscheduled lives, caring for the soul is imperative. Now, more than ever, we need to pause - intentionally - and encounter the Divine. Soul care director Barbara Peacock illustrates a journey of prayer, spiritual direction, and soul care from an African American perspective. She reflects on how these disciplines are woven into the African American culture and lived out in the rich heritage of its faith community.

Through exploring the ancient Yoruba spiritual traditions, you can learn how to rediscover and reclaim your unique spiritual identity. Isese is more than just a set of religious beliefs and practices—it is a way of life....

Vodun: West African Spiritual Life explores and explains this often-misunderstood religion. It invites listeners to open their eyes and their minds to what Vodun is, where and why began, and how it’s practiced. You may think you know everything you need to know, because you’ve seen Hollywood’s interpretation of these spiritual practices, but this book proves those theories, misconceptions, artistic licenses, and theories wrong.

Written by Leonard Wibberley—author of over 100 novels, including The Mouse That Roared. A cynical, American journalist is tasked with interviewing an elderly priest named Father Felix who refuses to leave his mission, which is caught in the path of opposing armies during the Blemi Civil War in Africa. As Weathers makes his way to the mission, he learns more and more about this stubborn priest. When he finally arrives at the mission, his lack of faith in humanity is challenged. “This is a book guaranteed to make the reader feel good… suspenseful, provocative… uplifting.”—The ...

This book will take you on a journey to African spirituality's magical and fascinating world. It will lay out all the information you need about the different types of Orishas so you can unlock their powers and use them in magical practices.

They Lied to Us First: Reclaiming Truth Beyond the Bible and the Quran is a bold and unflinching exploration of how colonial religions reshaped African spirituality, identity, and cultural memory. In this revolutionary work, Zeamie Emanuel dismantles centuries of theological programming and reveals how Christianity and Islam were used not only to control land and labor—but to colonize the very soul. Drawing on historical context, spiritual philosophy, and cultural critique, this book exposes the roots of ideas like “eternal rest,” “fornication,” “sin,” and “salvation,” ...

At a time when America debates its values and the world braces for religious war, Bruce Feiler, author of the New York Times bestsellers Walking the Bible and Abraham, travels ten thousand miles through the Middle East to examine the question Is Religion Tearing Us Apart ... Or Can it Bring Us...

Unlock the Mysteries of African Spirituality and Connect with the Echoes of Your Ancestral Heritage! Have you ever wondered about the powerful traditions, rituals, and beliefs that have shaped the rich tapestry of African culture for millennia? "Echoes of the Ancestors: Exploring African Tradition and Worship" is your gateway to understanding the profound spiritual heritage of Africa. This captivating book takes you on a transformative journey through the heart of African spirituality, revealing the deep connections between the physical and spiritual worlds that have guided countless ...

This long-awaited companion volume to the bestselling Care of the Soul is Thomas Moore at his most provocative, celebrating the mystery of the spiritual and rejecting simplistic paths to religious vision. In The Soul's Religion, Moore goes beyond the precepts of tradition and external religious...