Working the Spirit: Ceremonies of the African Diaspora

by Joseph M. Murphy

"An appreciative and user-friendly book on religion in the African diaspora. Murphy's skillfully drawn portraits offer an inviting introduction to the religious worlds of Vodou, Candomble, Santeria, Revival Zion, and the Black Church" – David W. Wills, Amherst College

Genres: Religion, Spirituality, Nonfiction

280 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 1993

Reviews

[Amy Reed · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very interesting and handled in a respectful way.

[John-Paul Lavoie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great introduction of the religions of the African diaspora.

[Miss Michaele Hoodoo Foundry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting survey of the differing spiritual needs of African-diaspora religions and how those needs are met. Makes me suspect I need to cultivate some form of moving meditation.

I place this on my "hoodoo" bookshelf because understanding African-American spirituality is absolutely essential to understanding African-American folk magic, let alone being able to use it.

[Joe · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you want to learn more about religions of the African Diaspora, such as Vodou and Santeria, this is the only place to start.