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Esu
Esu — Orisha of Pathways & Possibilities
Esu is the divine messenger and gatekeeper, the one who opens and closes the roads. He is the master of communication, choice, and destiny. Without honoring Esu, no prayer reaches the heavens.
The Energy of Esu
He represents opportunity, transformation, and the spark of change. Esu teaches us that every choice carries power and every crossroads is an invitation to grow.
Symbols & Colours
His sacred colours are red and black, representing duality, balance, and the movement between worlds.
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The Esu Candle
Our Esu Luxury Candle captures his fiery, transformative energy with bold [insert scent notes]. Poured in a vessel reflecting his sacred hues, this candle awakens possibility and clears the way for new beginnings.
Affirmation: “I welcome change. I walk boldly into new paths.”
My Story
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Esu is a prominent figure in the Yoruba religion, known as the god crossroads and beginnings. According to legend, he is a mischief deity who enjoys playing tricks on humans.
One popular story tells of how Esu tricked the other gods into giving him the power to control the destiny of all humans. Another story recounts how he helped a poor man become wealthy by giving him a magical seed that grew into a bountiful harvest.
Esu stories are rich with symbolism and offer insight into the Yoruba culture and beliefs.