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Papa Legba In Haitian Vodou, Papa Legba is the intermediary between the loa and humanity. He stands at a spiritual crossroads and gives (or denies) permission to speak with the spirits of Guinee, and is believed to speak all human languages. He is always the first and last spirit invoked in any ceremony, because his permission is needed for any communication between mortals and the loa - he opens and closes the doorway. In Haiti, he is the great elocution, the voice of God, as it were. Legba facilitates communication, speech and understanding. In the Yoruba pantheon, honored in Nigeria, Cuba, Brazil, and elsewhere in the Yoruba diaspora, Ellegua is mostly associated with Papa Legba since both share the role of being the god of the crossroads. In contrast to Papa Legba, however, Eleggua is a trickster child. Legba also shares similarities to Orunmila, the orisha of prophesy who taught mankind how to use the mighty oracle Ifá. He usually appears as an old man on a crutch or with a cane, wearing a broad brimmed straw hat and smoking a pipe, or sprinkling water. The dog is sacred to him. Because of his position as 'gate-keeper' between the worlds of the living and the mysteries he is often identified with Saint Peter who holds a comparable position in Catholic tradition. He is also depicted in Haiti as St. Lazarus, or St. Anthony. In Benin and Nigeria, Legba is viewed as young and virile, is often horned and phallic, and his shrine is usually located at the gate of the village in the countryside. Alternative: Legba, Legba Atibon, Atibon Legba, Ati-Gbon Legba.

Papa Legba Veve Charm

Beautifully and intricately detailed, this Black Water Siren Studio exclusive is an accurate representation of the Papa Legba vodou veve, completely hand carved then cast in solid sterling silver, oxidized to bring out the detail, and polished to a high shine. It is detailed on both sides, and will look great no matter which way it is worn. Durable and hefty, a little over 1/16" or 2mm thick and weighing 5.4 grams, this is an enduring piece of art that will stand the test of time and become a family heirloom for generations.

Comes with a sturdy sterling silver jump ring bail.

Piece is about 1" wide by 1-1/8" tall, or 1-1/4" tall with bail ring.
A little over 1/16" or 2mm thick.
Weighs 5.4 grams, .190 oz, 3.5 dwt, .175 ozt.

Silver - To provide hope, unconditional love, grounding and kindness while getting rid of negativity. It stimulates imagination. Energy conductor, eases stress and improves speech, feminine energy.

Bronze $29.00
Shibuichi Pink Silver $40.00
 
Sterling Silver: $55.00
14K Gold: $175.00