The big book of soul
Subtitle: the ultimate guide to the African American spirit : legend & lore, music & mysticism, recipes & rituals
By: Stephanie Rose Bird
Publisher: Hampton Roads Pub.
Published: 2010
Place of publication: Charlottesville, VA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 259
ISBN-13: 9781571745996
Description: "A cultural reference for African Americans, with an in-depth examination of the source of soul and how it is expressed today in spiritual practices, music, arts, and even recipes"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: African American spirituality : an overview --; title: Hoodoo and holism : a fresh look at African American wellness --; title: In matters of life and death : it be best tuh heal ourselves --; title: Red : the strength and power of blood :; title: Ab: the heart-soul ;; title: Beets : making the body rich and strong ;; title: Pupa medicines ;; title: Rites of passage ;; title: Warrior herbs ;; title: Ailing through the blood : HIV/AIDS ;; title: Heart-soul summary --; title: As it is above : Osayin's gift basket --; title: So it is below : rooting for good health --; title: Rewarding naturally : sacred spaces --; title: A fresh start : holistic detox --; title: Elemental rituals : ancient Egyptian therapies for the sacred and mundane --; title: Tribal beauty : ancient Egyptian beautification from the soul outward.