Thank You for Your Service

This course is meant to be a celebration of our ancestors - the ones whose legacy resides in the magick we live every day. It is meant to be a course of homage, honor, and inspiration. It is meant to reveal the diverse cast of characters from whose knowledge and skills are still found in the fluid, living folk traditions we practice. By the grace of God, we benefit from their lives and struggles, their wisdom and mistakes.

Learning about historical practitioners in Hoodoo history is crucial for preserving African American and Southern folk traditions, recognizing cultural influences, and understanding Hoodoo's development. It's essential to appreciate the contributions of these figures in providing healing, protection, and guidance to their communities, which helps us contextualize modern practices and dispel misconceptions. Studying the who's who in Hoodoo history corrects inaccuracies, inspires practitioners, and fosters a sense of community among those interested in this tradition. Overall, this knowledge ensures the preservation of cultural heritage, connects us to our roots, and empowers us to appreciate the richness of Hoodoo.
 

As seen on True Detective season 1, Devil traps are a Louisiana folk magic tradition that function as protective wards when placed on your property in strategic locations. They are like a cross between a protection ju ju and a Native American dream catcher. They are placed or hung around the home or yard where you want protection from evil spirits. They say the evil spirits get curious about them and enter them to take a look and to unwrap the feathers or sticks and once in they can't get out. They are ensnared by the various things the trap is made out of.

Devil Traps are constructed out of sticks, feathers, bones and other natural elements and are around 10 to 12 inches tall. They can stand on their own or be hung from a tree, set on the ground, or placed anywhere you wish to repel evil and negativity.