Jicara Guira Lined in Shango beads 5" Wide x 2" High approx.

In Santería (Regla de Ocha), the lined gourd for Shangó (often called igba or jícara de Igbañi) is a fundamental ritual instrument in red and white, used to honor and present offerings to the deity of thunder, fire, and justice

• Adimú (Offerings) Container: It is used to place fresh offerings such as amalá (corn flour with okra), coconut joy balls, fruits, and other foods to Shangó's liking.
• Settlement and Iyawo Ceremonies: It is used in consecration ceremonies, including that of the Iyawo (initiate), where it is placed on the head to receive baths and secrets.
• Defeating Enemies: It is used in complex rituals to solve problems or defeat enemies, often containing elements such as 6 circles of Osun, raw Amala, and Prodigiosa leaves.
• Connection with Dada Igbañi: It serves to consecrate the connection with Dada, Shangó's older brother, through the Igbañi gourd, which is adorned with Shangó's cloths and placed on his tray.
• Altar Ornament: It is a piece of respect that decorates the wooden tray where Shangó's lightning stones (otás) rest.