New Orleans Mistic is pleased to provide a varied collection of ideas and philosophies that can be incorporated into magical ritual. Many of these articles were created to answer Frequently Asked Questions we receive via email and at the store. While designed with the beginner magician in mind, we do hope advanced practitioners enjoy our Primer and find something useful within to enhance or expand their magical technique.

Common Questions About Varied Beliefs

• What is Magic?
• What Is Wicca?
• What is Vodou?
• What is Voodoo?
• What is Hoodoo?
• Do Spells Really Work?

Foundations of Magick - Philosophy of Magical Arts

• What Is the Difference Between Magic and Prayer?
• What Is the Difference Between Magic and Spiritual Work?
• How Can I Make My Spellcasting More Successful?
• How Do I Know if I am Cursed Or Crossed?
• What Is Binding?
• What Is Reversing?
• What Is Uncrossing?
• What Is Wanga?

Applied Magic - General Tips and Techniques

• When Should I Cast My Spell?
• Days of the Week and their Planetary Influences
• Hours of the Day and their Planetary Influences
• Moon Phases
• How Do I Burn Loose or Powdered Incense?

Spiritual Work - Tips and Techniques

• How Do I Contact a Spirit?
• How Do I Make An Ancestor Altar?

Candle Magic - Tips and Techniques

• How Do I Dress My Candle?
• Candle Color and Magical Property Correspondences

Cleansing and Purification - Tips and Techniques

• How Do I Spiritually Clean My Home?