Uncle Monday

Hoodoo History

In the vast sea of spiritual beliefs and practices, few stand out with such striking importance as hoodoo. A unique blend of African, Native American, and European beliefs, hoodoo has been preserving ancient wisdom and traditions for centuries. Within this rich tapestry of spiritual practices lies the captivating legend of Uncle Monday, the African-born Mokole and protector of the people. Todays blog I dedicate to this Legendary person, the Sleeping Dragon- Uncle Monday.

Uncle Monday's story begins , like many of that time… his birth in West Africa, where he was raised amidst traditions deeply rooted in spirituality and ritualistic practices. He had gifts of his land, and his people- Mokole – a spirit that can shape-shift into the form of an alligator. Mokoles are revered as protectors of nature, community, and the spiritual realm.

As the Atlantic slave trade brought countless Africans to the shores of America, Uncle Monday found himself bound for the New World. Despite the hardships endured during the brutal voyage, Uncle Monday's spiritual strength and resilience remained unyielding. Arriving in the state of Florida, he was eventually sold as a slave to a plantation.

Uncle Monday's powers did not go unnoticed. Upon realizing his extraordinary affinity for magic and spiritual practices, fellow slaves turned to him for guidance and protection. Combining his African roots with Native American beliefs and European folk magic, Uncle Monday emerged as a respected and sought-after hoodoo practitioner. He gained quite the following, many of them being locals (Seminole) who heard stories of him, as well as Freed/escaped slaved that needed his protection. In the year of 1835 the United States of America’s government force the “Treaty” of Paynes Landing on the Seminoles. The government sent out 108 “messengers” to force this treaty on the Seminoles, in which a resistance uprose.

Now this is where it gets fun!!!

Chief Osceola- comes from a shifter family, led this resistance with the aid of Micanopy of Uketena as well as Jumper of the Wendigo! The “messengers”, were cornered and forced into the Everglades…. not like we needed to get the message across any clearer… but here comes the Werewolves. And just in case that wasn’t enough to get the message across… Uncle Monday shape shifted into a HUGE alligator.

With the help of many… only ONE messenger was allowed to live. To tell the story, to warn others, and to get the message read… CLEAR!

Uncle Monday and others fought off federal troops til 1842… this is when the troops were finally called off.

Legend has it, that Uncle Monday is in a hibernation…. never too far away and always near by. He sleeps in the deep parts of the Everglades, until his people need his assistance and protection again. Today, he is revered as a legendary figure in hoodoo and legends. We Honor Uncle Monday today and always.

The legend of Uncle Monday, the African-born Mokole and protector, is a testament to the enduring power of spiritual traditions and the indomitable spirit of those who practice them. His story reminds us of the importance of connection with our roots, the strength of community, and the resilience found within ourselves.As we embrace and explore the realm of spirituality, let us draw inspiration from Uncle Monday's unwavering commitment to protecting and serving his community, while cherishing the traditions that bind us to our ancestors and transcend time.May the legend of Uncle Monday forever illuminate our path and remind us of the extraordinary power we ourselves possess to shape our lives and protect those we cherish.

Happy Black History Month Loves

Till next time

B