I was wondering if you know a great deal of the Hoodoo Magickal uses of herbs-- it seems to deeply influence modern Pagan Witchcraft, to an extent (especially for The Pagan Way and Witchcraft in New York City). I ask because I am deeply interested in studying Hoodoo herbal Magick; but not just their uses, but why they are Magickally used in such a way. For example: what lore surrounds molasses, clove oil and honeysukle oil that attribute it to compelling/commanding formulae? Or, why is powdered crab shell used to reverse curses cast at oneself? This is the sort of information I am looking for, rather than just "roses are used in love spells". So...to that end, I am personally interested in very "classic" or even early, as well as even ethnographic or folk-lore texts on the topic. Ya' know what I mean? ;o)

Honestly, I am deeply interested in herbs and other products traditionally used in cursing, commanding, power, and uncrossing, as well as why they are used for that putpose.

I believe it's an endemic form of Magick that should simply not be "white washed". Destruction is a part of the human condition, of reality itself, and as such is an endemic form of the "Authentic Initiation" cycle. However, this is not to say that one ought to walk around cocky, or proud, that they had toi resort to such methods. It's a serious business! Although, I also recognize that it can be healing, or cathartic, as well (which is always a bonus!).

Take Care,
Wade MacMorrighan