Reddish Sea Fan

In Santería, the sea fan is primarily used for spiritual cleansing rituals, purification, and the release of negative energies, taking advantage of its direct connection to the ocean. It symbolizes the sea's power to wash away envy, stress, and negativity, and is often associated with the deity Yemayá.

• Purification: It is used to cleanse the aura or spaces of dense energies, acting as a spiritual sweeping element.
• Connection with Yemayá: As a gorgonian (soft coral), it is considered an offering or tool linked to the Orisha of the sea (Yemayá), the representative of motherhood and purification.
• Emotional Renewal: It helps in rituals to let go of fear, sadness, or stagnant emotions, symbolizing the movement of water and air.
• Offering: It can be used as part of the ceremonial offerings placed in the sea