- Eshu - Wikipedia
A shrine dedicated to Exu is located outside of the main terreiro of a Candomblé temple, usually near the entrance gate It is, in general, made of a simple mound of red clay
- Eshu (Èṣù): Origin, Roles and Meaning in Yoruba Cosmology
Eshu, also known as Èṣù, Echu or Exú, is a central and multifaceted deity of the Yoruba pantheon His influence ranges from everyday events to the deepest aspects of human existence, making him a crucial figure in the Yoruba religion and its variants in the African diaspora This article delves into his origin, roles, syncretism and the various manifestations of this powerful deity
- What’s the Difference Between Legba, Eleggua, Eshu and Exu?!
It would be more accurate to view Exu as a title referring to a class of fiery spirits called upon in the Afro-Brazilian cults for matters of guidance and to work magic Each Exu is unique and the personalities can vary drastically from one Exu to another
- Exu – OCCULT WORLD
This definition of Exu is common to Afro-Brazilian traditions Theoretically the female path of Exu is known as Exua; however, his usual consort and female alter ego is Pomba Gira
- Exu: Intermediary Guardian of the Crossroads in Candomblé
As an extension of his role as messenger, Exu is seen as the patron of travelers and is known to excel at communication, including in multiple languages He is also linked with trade and commerce, and governs aspects of sex and fertility, magic, union, power, and change
- Orisha Eshu: The Divine Messenger Guardian of Crossroads
Exu, an orisha from Yoruba mythology, is a complex deity embodying attributes of a trickster, communicator, and guardian of crossroads, offering valuable insights into Yoruba and Afro-Brazilian spiritual practices
- Exú — Candomblé
Iconography often mistakenly compares Exu to the Christian devil There is no such comparison In Candomblé, as in general in African religions, there is no place for the Christian concept of sin Of course in Candomblé free will also marks the distance between humans and animals But Exú has nothing to do with the evil side of the human soul
- Exu - preterhuman. net
Exu is also known as Eshu; in Cuba he is called Eleggua, and in West Africa he is known as Esu His is the first place among the Orisha of the Yoruba in West Africa and his name literally means “Owners of the Head”
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