
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.
The Elegua with Open Top is a functional and symbolic spiritual piece used in Santería, Lukumí, and Yoruba-based traditions. Crafted from clay or cement and adorned with cowrie shells, this form of Elegua includes a hollowed top—perfect for placing offerings, written petitions, herbs, or ritual items directly within the Orisha’s vessel. Elegua governs communication, pathways, and divine opportunity, and this open-top figure allows for active participation in those blessings. Whether placed on an altar, at a doorway, or in a sacred space, this form serves as both a protective guardian and an interactive channel for spiritual connection and manifestation.
Elegua head with opening at the top for charging your Elegua.