North American Diaspora

Hoodoo / Conjure

Also known as: Rootwork, Conjure

African American — United States

Core Beliefs
  • • Folk magic tradition rather than organized religion
  • • Rootwork — use of herbs, roots, minerals, and animal parts
  • • Mojo bags (gris-gris) for protection and luck
  • • Crossroads magic and spiritual workings
  • • Blending of African, Native American, and European folk practices
  • • Bible as a magical text alongside African-derived practices
Divination System

Card reading, bone reading, pendulum

Priesthood

Root doctor, Conjure man/woman

Diaspora Connections

Kongo Religion (root influences)West African Vodun