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Saints, Talismans, and Psalms in Hoodoo

 

Saints, Talismans and Psalms! Saints are people  recognized as having attained a certain level of holiness. Characteristic  of Hoodoo is the incorporation of Catholic icons, saints, talismans, and psalms in magickal workings.

 

Who and What is a Saint?

The Saints in Voodoo

 

Saints

Saints of the Roman Catholic church. In Christian iconography, saints are often depicted as having halos.


Who and What is a Saint?

There are more than 10,000 canonized Roman Catholic saints. The Roman Catholic Church teaches that it does not, in fact, make anyone a saint. Rather, it recognizes a saint. In the Church, the title of Saint — with a capital 'S' — refers to a person who has been officially recognized (canonized) by the Roman Catholic Church, and is therefore believed by this church to be in Heaven.

Though the term is mostly used for Christians considered holy or virtuous, the concept can be used for other religions. In Hinduism, for example, saints are generally referred to as a mahatma, paramahamsa, or swami, or given the prefix Sri or Srila before their name.

According to John A. Coleman S. J., associate professor of religion and sociology at the Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley, saints across various cultures and religions have the following family resemblances: (a) exemplary model, (b) extraordinary teacher, (c) wonder worker or source of benevolent power, (d) intercessor, and (e) possessor of a special and revelatory relation to the holy.

The French sociologist Emile Durkheim proposed that the central concept of religion was the distinction between sacred and profane, as opposed to deity.  Based on studies of Indigenous Australians, Durkheim stated "religion is a unified system of beliefs and practices relative to sacred things, that is to say, things set apart and forbidden." According to his theory, the sacred is embodied in groups of sacred symbols, icons, and totems. The profane, on the other hand, involves mundane individual concerns. Durkheim explicitly stated that the dichotomy sacred/profane was not equivalent to good/evil: the sacred could be good or evil, and the profane could be either as well.

Saints can be considered sacred symbols of certain religions. While the concept of sainthood developed in the Christian tradition, there are parallel concepts in other religions that recognize certain individuals as having attained particular holiness or enlightenment. Judaism speaks of a class of (unidentified) individuals known as Tzadikkim. Buddhists hold the Arhats and Arahants in special esteem. Islam holds the hadrat in similar esteem. According to the Bible, a saint is one who is sanctified, and there are references to all early Christians as saints (Book of Hebrews 13:24; Jude 1:3; Philemon 1:5, 7).  The concept of sainthood is rooted in the Judeo-Christian belief that aligning one’s motives and actions with the “will of God” makes one more perfect and holy, and that it is possible in life to approach perfection. As Christianity developed, the word saint came to be used more commonly to designate specific individuals who were held to be exemplars of the faith, and who were commemorated or venerated as an inspiration to other Christians. Shortly thereafter, another type of saint became recognized. This was the anchorite or hermit, of the type of Anthony of Egypt. Although hermits did not die in the physical sense, they did resolve to die to the pleasures of the world, making them effective martyrs. Subsequently, after the formation of monasteries, monks came under consideration as saints. When convents were formed, nuns began to be canonized. Also, outstanding laymen became more frequently considered as saints. Within some Protestant traditions, saint is used to refer to any born-again Christian. To assist in the differentiation of the various kinds of saints, terms were invented to differentiate between them. In addition to the existing bishop, martyr, and hermit, Virgin and Matron for women, Confessor, Abbott and Abbess, Priest, and other words were added. Since then, churches have created additional such terms to assist in differentiating the ever-proliferating types.

 

Grotto in Dickeyville, Wisconsin

 

Grotto in Dickeyville, Wisconsin

Photograph by Denise Alvarado,  © 2007. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.

 

 

St. Francis


The Saints in Voodoo: Afro-American Syncretism

One way in which African slaves could continue to practice their traditional religions was by shrouding them in elements of Catholicism. Thus, there are corresponding saints for each of the major deities or Seven African Powers. The Seven African Powers is largely a Hoodoo term that is used by practitioners of Santeria, New Orleans Voodoo, Candomble, and other religions. In Spanish, they are referred to as Las Sietes Potencias.

Following is a list of some of the major Voodoo deities (orishas) and their corresponding saints.

Eleggua / Elegua/ Legba: Messenger, Opener of the Way, Trickster. Likened to Saint Simon-Peter, San Martin Caballero, Saint Anthony of Padua, El Nino de Atocha, Saint Expedite, Saint Michael Archangel.

Obatala / Obatalia: Father-Mother of Humanity, Bringer of Peace and Harmony. Likened to Our Lady of Mercy and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel.

Yemaya / Yemalia / Yemalla: Spirit of Motherhood, the Ocean, and the Moon. Likened to Our Lady of Regla and Mary, Star of the Sea (Stella Maris).

Oya: Goddess of the Marketplace, Ruler of the Winds and Hurricanes, Female Warrior, Spirit of Wind, Storm, Thunder, and Magic. Likened to  Our Lady of Candelaria, Saint Catherine, and Saint Theresa.

Oshun / Ochum: Goddess of Love, Beauty, and Sexuality, Spirit of Fresh Water. Likened to Our Lady of Caridad del Cobre (Our Mother of Charity)

Chango / Shango / Xango / Sango: Fourth King of the Yoruba, immortalized as Spirit of Thunder. Likened to Saint Barbara and Saint Jerome.

Ogun / Ogum: Father of Technology, Lord of Metals, Minerals, Tools, War, Birds, and Wild Beasts. Likened to Saint John the Baptist, Saint Anthony (of Padua), Saint George, and San Pedro (Saint Simon Peter)

Orula / Orunla/ Orunmila: God of Divination, Teacher, Prophet. Likened to Saint John the Evangelist taking Jesus down from cross.

Babalú-Ayé: Spirit of Disease and Sickness, also Provider of Money to the Poor. Likened to Saint Lazarus of Dives.


Saint Simon-Peter

St Simon-Peter was a leader of the early Christian church, who features prominently in the New Testament Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles. According to Biblical accounts, he was one of Twelve Apostles, chosen by Jesus from his first disciples. He was a Galilean fisherman assigned a leadership role by Jesus (Matthew 6:18) and was with Jesus during events witnessed by only a few apostles, such as the Transfiguration.

Feast Days: In the Orthodox Daily Office every Thursday throughout the year is dedicated to the Holy Apostles, including St. Peter. There are also two feast days in the year which are dedicated to him:

June 29, Feast of Saints Peter and Paul—This is a major feast day and is preceded by a period of Lenten fasting known as the Apostles' Fast

January 16, Veneration of the Precious Chains of the Holy and All-Glorious Apostle Peter—commemorating both the chains which Acts 12:1-11 says miraculously fell from him, and the chains in which he was held before his martyrdom by Nero.

Over the years "St. Peter" has evolved into a stock character that is now widely used in jokes, cartoons, comedies, dramas, and plays. Such caricatures almost all play upon Peter's role as the "keeper of the keys of the kingdom of heaven" in Matthew 16:19, on the basis of which he is often depicted as an elderly, bearded man who sits at the pearly gates that serve as heaven's main entrance, and acting as a sort of hotel-style doorman / bouncer who personally interviews prospective entrants into Heaven, often seated behind a desk, or standing at a lectern.

In the Cuban Santería and Palo Mayombe, he has been syncretized with Ogún.

Saint Peter is said to be the patron saint of the following categories:

Workers - bakers, bridge builders, butchers, fishermen, harvesters, locksmiths, cobblers, masons

Petitioned for - foot problems, fever, longevity

Institutions - Bath Abbey, Bishop Cotton Boy's School in Bangalore, Exter College (Oxford), Universal Church, St. peter's College (Oxford)

Locations -

  • Birżebbuġa
  • Bremen
  • Brgy. San Pedro, San Pablo City
  • Worms
  • Calatrava
  • Chartres
  • Chimbote

  • Calbayog City

  • Cologne

  • Köpenick

  • Las Vegas

 

  • Marquette

  • Moissac

  • Naumburg

  • Peterborough

  • Philadelphia

  • Providence

  • Pubnico, Nova Scotia

  • Rome
  • Saint Petersburg
  • San Pedro Soloma
  • Scranton
  • Sunderland

 


San Martin Caballero

Born in Hungary during the late Roman empire, San Martin Caballero was pressed into service in the Roman army, where he became a centurion. One day, while riding his horse, he chanced upon a near-naked beggar and cut his cloak in half to give the poor man a covering. That night he had a dream in which the beggar appeared to him as Jesus, so he quit the army and became a monk in Italy. He was later promoted to the rank of Bishop of Tours (in France) but always lived a simple life and gave a great deal to charity. Thus San Martin is the Patron Saint of those who hope strangers will aid them.

 

In Mexico San Martin Caballero is especially popular among shop-keepers, who rely on the kindness of passing strangers for their livelihood, and among truck drivers, who see in his horsemanship a parallel to their own manner of earning a living. Because the horse he rides is associated with the lucky horseshoe, he is also a favorite saint among gamblers. In Cuba, some Santeros identify him with the orisha Ellegua, probably because the latter is associated with crossroads and hence with travel.

 

The popularity of devotion to St Martin among men is significant because historical evidence shows that “feminization” had affected French Catholicism in the nineteenth century. During the nineteenth century Frenchmen influenced by secularism, agnosticism, and anti-clericalism deserted the church in great numbers. Martin was a man’s saint and the devotion to him was an exception to this trend. For men serving in the military, Martin of Tours was presented by the Catholic Right as the masculine model of principled behavior. He was a brave fighter, knew his obligation to the poor, shared his goods, performed his required military service, followed legitimate orders, and respected secular authority.Order a San Martin Caballero Talisman.

 

St Martin and the Beggar, by El Greco, ca. 1597-99 (National

Gallery of Art, Washington)

 


St. Anthony of Padua, Patron Saint of Lost Things

 

Saint Anthony of Padua is the patron Saint of lost things. Nearly everywhere, St. Anthony is asked to intercede with God for the return of things lost or stolen. Those who feel very familiar with him may pray, "Tony, Tony, turn around. Something's lost and must be found."

St. Anthony is traditionally invoked for help with finding lost things because of an incident that occurred in his own life. According to legend, Anthony had a book of psalms (psalter) that was very important to him. Besides the value of any book before the invention of printing, the psalter had the notes and comments he had made to use in teaching students in his Franciscan Order.

A novice who had grown tired of living a religious life decided to leave the community. In addition to going AWOL, he took Anthony's psalter! When Anthony realized his psalter was missing, he prayed for its safe return. Soon after Anthony's prayer, the thief felt compelled to return the psalter to Anthony as well as return to the Order which accepted him back.

Oral tradition has a much more colorful version of this story. In this version, the novice was stopped in his tracks by a horrible devil brandishing an ax and threatening to trample him underfoot if he did not immediately return the book. Obviously, in Christian tradition a devil would hardly command anyone to do something good. But the core of the story would seem to be true. And the stolen book is said to be preserved in the Franciscan friary in Bologna.

In any event, shortly after Anthony's death people began praying through him to find or recover lost and stolen articles. And the Responsory of St. Anthony composed by his contemporary, Julian of Spires, O.F.M., proclaims, "The sea obeys and fetters break/And lifeless limbs thou dost restore/While treasures lost are found again/When young or old thine aid implore."

In Portugal, Italy, France and Spain, St. Anthony is the patron saint of sailors and fishermen. According to some biographers, his statue is sometimes placed in a shrine on the ship's mast. And the sailors sometimes scold him if he doesn't respond quickly enough to their prayers.

Not only those who travel the seas but also other travelers and vacationers pray that they may be kept safe because of Anthony's intercession.

Interesting Magickal FAQS

An amulet of St Anthony can consist of his image.

If you wish something returned to you, turn an image of St. Anthony upside down by a St. Anthony candle. Carry the amulet and pray to St Anthony until your request is granted.

If you desire money, each week offer Saint Anthony a loaf of bread.

Light an anointed Saint Anthony Candle while you soak in Special Favor Bath. Anoint the amulet with Saint Anthony oil and place it under your pillow. Pray yourself to sleep, asking St Anthony to fulfill your request. Anoint yourself daily with Saint Anthony perfume.

Chaplet of St. Anthony

This chaplet is composed of thirteen decades of three
beads each. On the first bead of each decade is said the
Our Father, on the second the Hail Mary, and on the
third the Glory be to the Father. At the end the
Miraculous Responsory is recited.

The Miraculous Responsory (by St. Bonaventure)

If miracles thou vain would see;
Lo, error, death, calamity.
The leprous stain, the demon flies,
From beds of pain the sick arise.

The hungry seas forgo their prey,
The prisoner's cruel chains give way;
While palsied limbs and chattels lost
Both young and old recovered boast.

And perils perish, plenty's hoard,
Is heaped on hunger's famished board;
Let those relate who know it well,
Let Padua of her patron tell.

The hungry seas forgo their prey,...

Glory be the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit.

The hungry seas forgo their prey,...

V. Pray for us, blessed Anthony,
R. That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

Let us Pray
O God, let the notive commemoration of
Blessed Anthony, Thy confessor, be a source
of joy in Thy Church, that she may always be
fortified with spiritual assistance, and may
deserve to possess eternal joy. Through Christ
our Lord. Amen

 

 


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San Martin Caballero Talisman

 

 

 

San Martin Caballero Talisman

San Martin Caballero, "Saint Martin the Horse-rider," is the one most frequently encountered in luck charms. Born in Hungary during the late Roman empire, he was pressed into service in the Roman army, where he became a centurion, One day, while riding his horse, he chanced upon a near-naked beggar and cut his cloak in half to give the poor man a covering. That night he had a dream in which the beggar appeared to him as Jesus, so he quit the army and became a monk in Italy. He was later promoted to the rank of Bishop of Tours (in France) but always lived a simple life and gave a great deal to charity. Thus San Martin is the Patron Saint of those who hope strangers will aid them.

 

In Mexico San Martin Caballero is especially popular among shop-keepers, who rely on the kindness of passing strangers for their livelihood, and among truck drivers, who see in his horsemanship a parallel to their own manner of earning a living. Because the horse he rides is associated with the lucky horseshoe, he is also a favorite saint among gamblers. In Cuba, some Santeros identify him with the orisha Ellegua, probably because the latter is associated with crossroads and hence with travel.

 

This talisman of San Martin Caballero consists of images of San Martin a cross, and/or a horseshoe. Comes beautifully framed ready for hanging. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

 

$45.00


Seven African Powers Macuto Amulet

Macuto Box

Seven African Powers Macuto Amulet

An amulet is an object intended to bring good luck and/or protection to its owner. Amulets come in the form of gems, beads, statues, coins, drawings, pendants, rings, plants, animals, and even words said in certain occasions to repel evil or bad luck. (e.g. vade retro satana—(Latin, "go back, Satan"). Throughout history, most cultures believed in the protective and healing power of amulets or blessed objects.

 

The Seven African Powers macuto amulet represents seven Orishas with a supernatural force. The Orishas are mediators between humanity and the supreme being. This amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Seven African Powers Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the major deities of the Yoruban pantheon, the Seven African Powers. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

 

$45.00


Yemaya Macuto Amulet

Yemayá is the governess of the household and of matters pertaining to women including childbirth, conception, childhood safety, love, and healing. Extremely compassionate and merciful, Yemayá rules the dreamtime, oversees the Moon, deep secrets, ancient wisdom, salt water, sea shells, and the collective unconscious.

 

This Yemaya Macuto Amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Yemaya Macuto Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the compassionate and merciful goddess of the Yoruban pantheon, Yemaya. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

 

$45.00 


Obatala Macuto Amulet

Obatala is the Androgynous Sky King of the White Cloth. As the  Creator god, all of the other Orishas are but aspects of Obatala. Always male and female, Obatala rules the head, keeps the peace, and is the highest deity concerned with the daily lives of humans. Her/His color is white, containing all the colors of the rainbow. Ruler of the mind and intellect, cosmic equilibrium, male and female, s/he carries the gifts of benevolence, wisdom, power, peace, protection and clarity of mind.

 

This Obatala Macuto Amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Obatala Macuto Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the Androgynous Sky King of the White Cloth, Obatala. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

 

$45.00


Oshun Macuto Amulet

Oshun is the Santeria goddess of love, art, and dance. Her greatest attribute is her ability to provide the emotions a solid foundation upon which to reside and grow.  Oshun also provides gifts of money and material riches, sex, love, creativity, fertility, compassion,  beauty, and laughter.

 

This Oshun Macuto Amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Oshun Macuto Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the Santeria goddess of love, art, and dance, Oshun. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

  

$45.00


Papa Legba Macuto Amulet

Papa Legba is the master linguist, the trickster, warrior, and the personal messenger of destiny. He has the power to remove obstacles and he provides opportunities. All ceremonies begin and end with Papa Legba, and there can be no communication with any of the other loas without consulting him first.

 

This Papa Legba Macuto Amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Papa Legba Macuto Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the Guardian of the Crossroads, Papa Legba. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted upon checkout.

$45.00


Ogun Macuto Amulet

With the colors green and black representing him, this macuto amulet brings Ogun into your ritual and prayer. Ogun is the patron loa of metals and all working people, as well as the overseer of policemen, soldiers and doctors, and in this you can find strength throughout your daily life.

This Ogun Macuto Amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Ogun Macuto Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the patron loa of metals, working people, policemen, soldiers and doctors. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

$45.00


Chango Macuto Amulet

Chango Macuto Amulet

Chango is the god of fire, thunder, power, and sensuality. He has the power to help you win wars, defeat your enemies, and can help you gain power over others. He will ensure you are victorious over all of your difficulties. Chango is believed to have once been a Yoruban king; thus, he must be treated as such.

 

This Chango Macuto Amulet is hand beaded and measures approximately 1 inch in diameter, perfect for carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Each Chango Macuto Amulet is carefully consecrated according to proper Voodoo protocol, anointed with ritual oils, and ritually prepared to honor the god of fire, thunder, power, and sensuality. Carry this amulet with you for blessings and protection and keep it in it's special handcrafted magickal box of consecrated herbs on your altar where it will be fed when you are not using it. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

 

$45.00


Seven African Powers Beaded Amulet Seven African Powers Beaded Amulet

Seven colors of the seven main Orishas of the Yoruban pantheon are represented as stones and crystals in this amulet. Each has an evil eye bead for added protection from evil and negativity, and are punctuated with a cowry shell to honor the African ancestors. These amulets are perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

$5.00


Oshun Beaded Amulet Oshun Beaded Amulet

Amber and Fools Gold are used to represent the powerful Goddess Oshun in this amulet. Punctuated with a cowry shell to honor the African ancestors. These amulets are perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

$5.00


Yemaya Beaded Amulet Yemaya Beaded Amulet

Blue crystal, fresh water pearl, and a silver moon bead are used to represent Yemaya, Mother of the Seven Seas in this delicate but powerful amulet. Punctuated with a cowry shell to honor the African ancestors. These amulets are perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout

$5.00


Chango Beaded Amulet Chango Beaded Amulet

Red and white stones are used to represent Chango, the Patron Saint of fire, lightning, thunder, power, and wars. Use for Mastery, Domination, Strength, Winning in Competition, and Defeating Enemies. Punctuated with a cowry shell to honor the African ancestors. These amulets are perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

 

$5.00


Ogun Beaded Amulet Ogun Beaded Amulet

Ogun is the patron saint of metals and all working people, as well as the overseer of policemen, soldiers and doctors. He is represented in this amulet with green crystal, black onyx, and aventurine. Punctuated with a cowry shell to honor the African ancestors. These amulets are perfect for keeping on your altar, or carrying in your pocket, mojo hand, or medicine bag. Quantities may be adjusted at checkout.

$5.00 


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