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Resources: Shamanic Supplies

Many of the supplies mentioned on this page can be purchased in person or by phone or mail order from Temples Gate, 625 W. 19th Street, Houston, TX 77008. Temples Gate is a metaphysical shop whose owner is familiar with shamanic work and can provide personal help in selecting tools and supplies. Ask for Joel Miles at 713-863-0525 or visit www.templesgate.com

Smudge Sticks, Cedar, Sage, Incense, and Charcoal Tablets

Usng smoke for cleansing is common to many indigenous cultures. This list will provide resources for smudging materials, charcoal and incense to use in cleansing space and calling spirits in preparation for journeying to the spirit world.

Crystals and Other Minerals

Clear crystals have inspired awe and have been used for divination for many thousands of years. Certain stones are believed to convey special knowledge or powers to shamans and others. This section will discuss where to find and how to choose them. If you don't have a good source in your area, it will provide a list of online sources.

Feathers, Leather, Claws, Teeth, and Such

Many people feel that they need traditional materials, such as feathers, leather, claws, teeth, hooves, and such for their shamanic regalia. If you do, please buy them from humane suppliers rather than packing houses. Animals that have died a good death have much more power to offer anyway.

Jewelry and Amulets

This section will list and review sources for instruments used for journeying in a variety of indigenous cultures. Some of these instruments are not normally used for journeying, but people in modern cultures have adopted them for that purpose because the work!

Fetishes and Other Indigenous Artifacts

Many people find fetishes and other indigenous artifacts immensely inspiring to their shamanic practice. Here you will find some sources for them.

Miscellaneous Tools and Regalia

This section will list miscellaneous tools and items to be used for shaman regalia or shamanic practice, such as tiger bells, beads, knives, needles, baskets, blankets, and so on.

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