Hoodoo gives a prominent role to collections of materials believed to possess supernatural power. These materials may include roots, herbs, crystals, stones, coins, cloth, ceramic sherds, pins, powders, animal body parts, and graveyard soil known as goopher dust. Such items may be tied into bundles or bags called hands, mojos, or gris-gris. These assemblages may be spiritually activated and maintained through offerings or oils, then worn or hidden for protection.
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