Large Santo Mat

Measurements 75'h x 60"W.

The large saint mat is a fundamental element in the Yoruba religion (Santería/Regla de Ocha) used primarily as a sacred space to perform rituals, ceremonies, and offerings to the Orishas. Its use is crucial at key moments of initiation and worship

• Throne Setup: Large mats (such as those measuring 180x150 cm or larger) are used as a base for the thrones of the Orishas, where the bowls and attributes are placed during the seating (initiation) or saint festivals.
• Ceremony and Offerings Space: It serves as the sacred place where believers kneel to greet the saints, offerings (addimú) are placed, and initiation rites are performed.
• Itá (Saint Reading): In the Itá rite, the initiate sits on the mat to receive the advice and predictions of the Orishas through the shells.
• Iyabó's Rest: It is the place where the iyabó (initiate) rests or stays during the first days of their consecration.
• Association with Orishas: There are consecrated or specific mats for deities such as Yemayá, Oshún, Changó, or Obatalá, respecting the colors and energy of each