6" Elegua Child

The statue of Orisha Elegua is the primary protection, as he is the one who opens the paths to continue in the religion. The uninitiated, or aleyos, must receive or consecrate him first. He is the vision that follows a path, becoming a fearsome and ferocious warrior when he unites with Oggún and Oshosi; nothing can stop him. Elegua is one of the first Oshas or Orishas received. He is an Osha of the Oddé group of Orishas, ​​known as the Warriors . He is the first of the warriors, along with Oggún , Oshosi , and Osun . In nature, he is symbolized by rocks. Elegua came to the earthly plane accompanying the Osha Obbatalá . He is considered the fundamental messenger of Olofin.

His number is 3, his colors are red and black. Monday and the 3rd of each month are his days. In syncretism, he is associated with the Holy Child of Atocha (January 1st). His feast days are January 6th and June 13th.