Posts belonging to Category African Diaspora Spirituality

Why Papa Jim’s Botanica Is My Favorite

About 14 years ago, a neighbor of mine returned from a vacation with his family in New Hampshire.  He was feeling “under the weather” when he got back, but that turned to severe stomach pain within a few days.  He went to his doctor, and they didn’t find anything wrong with him.  They tested and [...]

Introduction to Root Work

African faith is seldom discussed above whispered tones in the southeastern United states.  Most of what is done out in the open is imported from Louisiana, direct from African immigrants, or from people who come from the islands.  However, there is a distinctly southeastern style that is a mixture of African, Native American, and Celtic [...]