Description
Orisha Elegua Boy Figurine
Material: hand-painted resin
Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 26 cm
Eleguá is a deity worshiped in the Yoruban religion, which has its roots in West Africa and has remained alive in various forms in African American traditions such as Cuban santery, Brazilian candomblé, and Haitian voodoo. Eleguá is known as the “owner of the ways” and is considered a messenger between people and gods.
Eleguá is said to be a naughty and smart child who likes to play jokes with other gods and people. Despite her playful behavior, she is a very powerful and respected deity. In some legends, Elegua is the son of Jemaya, the goddess of the sea, while in other stories she is regarded as the younger brother of Shango, the god of thunder and fire.
Eleguá is commissioned by the other gods to take care of the entrance to the peoples and to be the guardian of the streets. He is given the responsibility to open and close the ways of life and to facilitate or complicate the course of events. Eleguá is said to be the first to be invoked before any religious ceremony, as she is the mediator between believers and other gods.
In Santeria and other African-American practices, Eleguá is revered with specific offerings and rituals to win her favor and protection. People turn to Eleguá to overcome obstacles, open new avenues and seek their leader in times of decision.
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