
Elegua: Orisha of the Crossroads
Elegua is the personification of destiny and fate among all of mankind. As he is the ruler of all crossroads, roads, and doorways.
Elegua’s energy is a source of luck, clarity, and prosperity, making him an essential force for those starting new journeys, facing life-changing decisions, or seeking to cleanse negativity from their lives. Both playful and wise, his presence ensures divine protection, direction, and the smooth flow of opportunities to those who honor him with faith and devotion.
The colors of an Elegua candle can hold different meanings depending on the tradition and the specific ritual being performed. The red color of an Elegua candle represents passion, love, and vitality. It is also symbolic of Elegua's connection to fire and energy. In addition, the red color can also represent blood sacrifice or offering in certain practices.
On the other hand, the black color of an Elegua candle represents protection and warding off negative energy. It is symbolic of Elegua's connection to the earth and the spiritual realm. In some practices, the black color can also represent death or endings, as Elegua is often associated with beginnings and endings.