Powerful Juju: Goddesses, Music & Magic for Comfort, Guidance & Protection

by Najah Lightfoot

Overview

Journey through the Crossroads of Magick with 12 Iconic Women Beside You

A follow-up to the bestselling Good Juju, Powerful Juju provides guidance and comfort in times of hardship. Najah Lightfoot introduces you to a dozen goddesses and legendary figures, from mythology and modern times, who offer inspiration and protection against the most difficult parts of life. Each one is accompanied by a song to soothe and uplift your spirit, a list of correspondences, a brief description, a full ritual, and instructions on setting up sacred space to bring her energy into your life. You'll meet Sekhmet, Frida Kahlo, Doreen Valiente, Tituba, Nina Simone, Lilith, and others. These women were specially chosen to accompany you through the crossroads of magick, helping you be strong and carry on.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738767154
Publisher:	Llewellyn Worldwide, LTD.
Publication date:	09/08/2022
Pages:	216
Product dimensions:	5.25(w) x 8.03(h) x 0.47(d)

About the Author

Najah Lightfoot is a multi-award-winning author. She is the author of the bestselling Good Juju: Mojos, Rites & Practices for the Magical Soul. She is a regular contributor to the Llewellyn annuals and a contributor to The Library of Esoterica -Volume III - Witchcraft. Her magickal staff is on display and part of the permanent collection of the Buckland Museum of Witchcraft, located in Cleveland, Ohio. Najah is also a fellow of the Sojourner Truth Leadership Circle, sponsored by Auburn Seminary. She lives in Denver, Colorado, where the blue skies and the power of the Rocky Mountains uplift and fill her soul. She can found online at www.facebook.com/NajahLightfoot and www.instagram.com/NajahLightfoot.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments xv

Introduction 1

Chapter 1 Doing the Work 13

A Few Words on Working with the Lwa of Vodou/New Orleans Vodou 15

Circle Casting 16

Petition Papers 17

Florida Water 18

"Darlin' Cory" ∼ Crossroads and Graveyards 19

Preparing for the Rites 23

A Word to the Wise 24

Sankofa 25

Chapter 2 Finding Strength with Lilith 27

Soul Speak 29

"Missionary Man" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Lilith 30

Take Me to the Crossroads Ritual 32

Creating a Sacred Space for Lilith 35

Chapter 3 Overcoming Pain with Frida Kahlo 39

Soul Speak 41

"Keep Looking" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Frida Kahlo 42

Triumph Over Pain and Suffering Ritual 43

Creating a Sacred Space for Frida Kahlo 47

Chapter 4 Calling Marie Laveau for Comfort for Court Cases 51

Soul Speak 52

"Willow" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Marie Laveau 55

Rite for Spiritual Guidance and Assistance with Court Cases from Marie Laveau 57

Creating a Sacred Space for Marie Laveau 64

Chapter 5 Seeking Intervention in Court Cases from Manman Brijit 69

Soul Speak 70

"Other Side of the Game" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Manman Brijit 72

Manman Brijit Cemetery Rite for Inspirational Intervention for Court Cases 73

Creating a Sacred Space for Manman Brijit 77

Chapter 6 Calling on Sekhmet for Power 79

Soul Speak 80

"The Circle of Life" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Sekhmet 81

Ritual for Beseeching Sekhmet, the Lion-Headed Goddess 84

Creating a Sacred Space for Sekhmet 86

Chapter 7 Calling on Tituha for Help Being Yourself 89

Soul Speak 91

"Precious" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Tituba 92

As We Remember and Honor Tituba, We Strengthen and Empower Ourselves 96

Creating a Sacred Space for Tituba 98

Chapter 8 Healing Your Soul with Sulis Minerva 101

Soul Speak 102

"Ball and Chain" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Sulis Minerva 105

Wash Us, Free Us from Ourselves Ritual 107

Creating a Sacred Space for Sulis Minerva 109

Chapter 9 Finding New Beginnings with Nina Simone 113

Soul Speak 116

"Feeling Good" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Nina Simone 118

A New Day Dawns Ritual 119

Creating a Sacred Space for Nina Simone 121

Chapter 10 Healing Heartbreak with Nancy Wilson 123

Soul Speak 124

"Guess Who I Saw Today" ∼ Why 1 Chose This Song for Goddess Nancy Wilson 126

Drown Your Sorrows for Broken Hearts and Promises Ritual 128

Creating a Sacred Space for Nancy Wilson 131

Chapter 11 Increasing Prosperity with Abundantia 133

Soul Speak 134

"Forget Me Nots" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Abundantia 137

Flowers Flourish and Coins Everywhere Ritual 139

Creating a Sacred Space for Abundantia 142

Chapter 12 Self-Reflection and Insight through Sybil Leek 147

Soul Speak 149

"Time after Time" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Sybil Leek 151

Mirror, Mirror Ritual 153

Creating a Sacred Space for Sybil Leek 156

Chapter 13 Help Carrying On from Doreen Valiente 161

Soul Speak 163

"Chasing Pavements" ∼ Why I Chose This Song for Goddess Doreen Valiente 166

Keep Calm and Carry On Ritual 168

"The Charge of the Goddess" by Doreen Valiente 172

Creating a Sacred Space for Doreen Valiente 176

Chapter 14 Magickal Inspirations for Coming Days 177

A Blessing Received 178

A Magickal Journey 180

Appendix: Powerful Juju Playlist 185

Recommended Reading 189

Bibliography 195

Editorial Reviews

"Najah Lightfoot invokes the spirits of a dozen powerful goddesses—both mythological and real, ancient and contemporary—to guide you through any challenges life might be throwing your way. Powerful Juju is packed chock-full of tips to bring your magic to life, drawing on strength, courage, and power. With her chapter-by-chapter playlist for the magical soul, Najah takes us on a journey through rite and ritual, walking side by side with strong female figures...No matter what your background may be, Powerful Juju has something for everyone, and Najah Lightfoot has created a magical masterpiece."—Patti Wigington, author of Herb Magic, Witchcraft for Healing, and Badass Ancestors

"A revolutionary guide through modern magick where Najah Lightfoot guides the reader to power and beauty in the spaces they travel, uncovering Magick in the everyday. Najah provides a proverbial, and sometimes literal, crossroads within its pages. This book is an invaluable tool for Witches of every path and experience level."—Courtney Weber, author of Hekate: Goddess of Witches

"With this latest book, you hold in your hands an intricate cord connecting you back to the deepest wisdom, all through the loving hands of Najah as she deftly braids the four strands of goddess, music, rituals, and her personal tales of what it means to be a witch...You'll be delighted by the pantheon of goddesses that she reveals, one for each chapter. Some are traditional and well-known deities from around the world, others are goddesses that once had human form on this earth and whose legends make them larger than life...This book is destined to be one you return to again and again for spiritually navigating the ups and downs of life—moving through good times and bad with magical grace and ease."—Madame Pamita, author of Baba Yaga's Book of Witchcraft and The Book of Candle Magic

"A potent blend of the magick of music and the feminine divine, Powerful Juju is a book of uplifting power, suitable for novices and adepts alike. Najah Lightfoot has crafted a unique book, filled with accessible, original spells and rituals, as well as good practical advice for wellbeing and living your best magickal life. Powerful Juju makes my heart sing. Highly recommended!"—Judika Illes, author of Encyclopedia of 5000 Spells

"Exploring the power of music and magic, Lightfoot’s newest tome is a heady, healing mixtape of grounding rituals and wise and intimate guidance. Drawing upon the potent spells of creativity, art and the history of the empowered feminine, Lightfoot offers up all her title promises - comfort, guidance and fierce protection - brewing up an effective potion for restoration and transformation in these cathartic times."—Jessica Hundley, author and editor for The Library of Esoterica encyclopedia series

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