SANTA MUERTE: The Story, Rituals, and Magic of the Holy Death

Death greets everyone. This is the foundation of the veneration of Santa Muerte, or "Holy Death." Considered to be a feminine embodiment of death, she is associated with protection and safe passage into the afterlife. She is also the patroness of those who live on the fringes of society and often face violence and death. In recent years, her following has expanded to include people in marginalized positions or whose work subjects them to significant risk of death, such as military personnel and police officers. Santa Muerte is revered as their powerful protector, capable of safeguarding them from harm and even granting miracles.
"Santa Muerte" is a complete guide to the rituals of working with this famous – and infamous! – Mexican folk saint. It takes us beyond sensational headlines to reveal the truth about why Santa Muerte is so beloved by many. Author Tracey Rollin presents simple and straightforward methods for working with Holy Death that can be used independently or easily integrated into your own magical practice.