Elegua (Yoruba: Èṣù-Ẹlẹ́gbára and Ẹlẹ́gbá, also spelled Eleggua; known as Eleguá in Latin America and Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands) is an Orisha, a deity of roads in the religions of Santería, Winti, Umbanda, Quimbanda, Holy Infant of Atocha, and Candomblé.

Eleggua (also spelled Elegua, Elewa, Elegba or Legba) is the most important of the orishas in Santeria. Elegua was the first orisha created by Olodumare and he existed prior to and witnessed creation unfold.

In Yoruba, Ellegua is mostly associated with Papa Legba since both deities share the role of being the god of the crossroads. Yet, Legba also shares similarities to Orunmila, the orisha of prophecy who taught mankind how to use the mighty oracle Ifá.

Elegua is an essential figure in Santería and the Yoruba religion, representing the intersection between the divine and the human, light and darkness, and beginnings and endings. His role as guardian of the paths and divine messenger makes him an indispensable Orisha in any ceremonial practice.

Feb 28, 2013 · Just to clarify, Legba is from Haitian Vodou, Eleggua /Eshu is from Santería Lucumi (and consequently Yoruba religion) and Exu is from Brazilian Quimbanda (and Umbanda). These are three different classes of spirits and he offer this information here for you to understand the difference between them.

Jun 13, 2015 · Many associate Eleggua with St. Anthony who feast day is June 13th. Eleggua, also spelled Elegua, is the ashe of the crossroads. The sacred energy that occurs where two or more paths meet....

Feb 3, 2019 · Eleggua, also known as Eshu, is the most powerful of the orishas after Obatala. He is a messenger, a trickster, a warrior, and an opener of doorways, allowing for new experiences. Travelers often seek his protection. He is a keeper and seer of secrets and mysteries.

Eleguá's eleke (beaded necklace) consists of one red bead, one black bead, in a repeated pattern. The color and design of the necklace represent life and death, war and peace, the beginning and end of all things. Eleguá is called the Lord of the Crossroads because he plays a role in every decision we make in life. With his help, things go smoothly.

Jun 13, 2024 · In the Americas, Eleguá is syncretized with Saint Anthony of Padua, the Holy Child of Atocha, or the Archangel Michael. Eleguá is paired with Eshu, the trickster. Some of the sacred stories consider them to be the same, some consider them to be brothers.

Elegua o also called Eleggua, is one of the main orisha or gods, which is part of the pantheon yoruba, where he is known as the “messenger prince”. But if you want to know more about who is he? How can you ask him?, his offerings, rituals and others, we …