Marie Laveau remains one of the most revered and enduring figures in American spiritual folklore. Celebrated as the legendary Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, she is traditionally called upon for guidance, protection, influence, clarity, and practical spiritual assistance in matters both personal and profound. Unlike some candle traditions that rely on formal prayers or psalms, many who work with Marie simply speak to her directly—sharing their concerns, their hopes, and yes, even the gossip—building a personal relationship as one would with a trusted confidante. Traditional devotional practices may include prayer, invocation, and daily offerings such as fresh water, flowers, fruit, bread, candy, coins, liquor, or a cigarette, renewed throughout the candle’s burn as gestures of gratitude, respect, and reciprocity.
For best results, purify the area in which the candle will be burned with Marie Laveau Water and use with Marie Laveau Incense and Marie Laveau Perfume.