Deer Legs - Pair

In Santería and the Yoruba tradition, deer hooves (or deer legs) are a sacred tool and a fundamental attribute of the Orisha Ochosi, the god of hunting, justice, prison, and the forest. They represent agility, marksmanship, mental sharpness, and the instinct for survival.

In Yoruba mythology, the deer is Ochosi's favorite animal and inseparable guide. Both share key qualities in the Yoruba pantheon:

• Speed and stealth: The deer represents the ability to move quickly and unseen. In religious practice, this symbolizes that the Orisha can find quick solutions and escape the traps of enemies.
• Cunning: It is used to invoke the sharp intelligence needed to solve difficult problems or legal situations.
• Provision and sustenance: As Ochosi is a hunter who provides food to his community, the hoof serves as a reminder of abundance and provision.