Ellegua
He is sometimes presented as a child, representing the beginning and the ending of life. He is known as a trickster, but when asked a question in fully seriousness; he is known to answer thoughtfully and correctly. He is one of the warrior Orisha (with Ogun, Ochosi and Osun). He is always mentioned first in a ceremony, without him there would be no contact to the other of the Orisha. He is known for dressing in red and black, with a straw hat on his head. He is sometimes playful and wants others to pay attention. In Catholicism, he is seen as the Jesus of Atocha or Saint Anthony of Padua.
Ellegua plays a role in every decision that is made in a person's life. It is known that it is best to keep a good relationship with him because without him nothing would be possible. Not Success, Love, not anything! He can put obstacles in our path and make our life take negative turns. Just as he can take them away and leave a walk of success and happiness.
Attributes:
His day of the week is Monday and the 3rd of every month. He is the Child Jesus of Atocha and Saint Anthony of Padua. He is given offerings as if to a child, toys and candy. Apart from that, he also enjoys coconuts, corn, cigars, strong rum and smoked fish. His beads are made of red over black, the colors that are associated with him.
Ellegua plays a role in every decision that is made in a person's life. It is known that it is best to keep a good relationship with him because without him nothing would be possible. Not Success, Love, not anything! He can put obstacles in our path and make our life take negative turns. Just as he can take them away and leave a walk of success and happiness.
Attributes:
His day of the week is Monday and the 3rd of every month. He is the Child Jesus of Atocha and Saint Anthony of Padua. He is given offerings as if to a child, toys and candy. Apart from that, he also enjoys coconuts, corn, cigars, strong rum and smoked fish. His beads are made of red over black, the colors that are associated with him.