A voodoo protection ritual is a sacred ceremony performed to shield an individual from negative energies, envy, curses, or spiritual attacks. Rooted in ancient African traditions and carried into the practices of Haitian Vodou and New Orleans Voodoo, these rituals call upon powerful spirits and ancestors to act as guardians.

The ceremony often involves drawing protective veve symbols, lighting candles—especially white or blue for peace and safety—and preparing charms or gris-gris bags filled with herbs, stones, and sacred items. Offerings such as rum, tobacco, or food may be placed at the altar to honor the spirits invoked for protection.

Chants, prayers, and drumming are sometimes used to raise energy, creating a shield that surrounds the participant. For believers, the ritual strengthens not only the body and spirit but also their connection to the divine forces that guard the path of life.

At its essence, a voodoo protection ritual is about restoring balance, pushing away harmful intentions, and ensuring that the person walks under the watchful eyes of benevolent spirits.