mojo bag of small beads that you see in this picture is called Macuto (backpack) originating in the tradition of Santeria .
Macuto A talisman is a powerful, full herbs, stones, roots, feathers, hair, etc. Each is available in colors and patterns each corresponding to each Orisha - as happens with bags of Mojo, he needs to be "fed" regularly to maintain its active powers.
As per tradition Santero, I was taught that each prefers to keep the Orishas macutos at the altar, instead of carrying it around - once I tried to wear it and I felt completely drained and confused for a couple of ' hours. Macutos I'm like a direct line to your work with Orisha, so they must be treated with care and devotion - the oldest is a Macuto, the more powerful it becomes. When
it comes to feeding, all deals are good, but the magic oils are the best choice popolare.Una once a week, when I do the regular cleaning of the 'altar, dabbed them with a little oil (I choose different oils for different needs) with my magic finger and then below the anointing of the bag with care focusing on 'the specific intent of Macuto.
Then I Macuto a candle next to the tea and let it burn until it consumes you completely.
models of beads and colors are chosen according to the path of the Orisha, but there are also many generic Macutos:
- Obatala: White. the blessing, protection and spiritual guidance. Also, protect people of poor choices, help s get rid of bad habits and behaviors, Obatala text control person.
- Elegguá: Red and black. To open the roads of life, to acquire knowledge and achieve the opportunities and fortune. Eleggua is the owner of the crosses, so it's a perfect amulet faced difficult decisions or new ways of life.
- Yemaya: blue and white crystal the Divine Mother of all Orishas provides wisdom, protection and wealth. Yemaya
protects her sons and daughters from all dangers, and keep children away from all evil. An amulet wonderful for pregnant women.
- Ochum: amber and yellow / Orange, with touches of green . The Orisha of 'love and' abundance is a powerful amulet for the witch who teaches many secrets to his sons and daughters, that love is often called Orisha for business and legal issues also, as its charm can turn your luck in our favor.
- Oya: purple and pink, with touches of brown. The most ferocious female warrior Orisha is the protector of women in business, and the queen of the dead. . She is very protective of the witches and help independent women, the power in their struggles. An amulet wonderful to keep in touch with our ancestors.
- Shango: white and red. This Orisha brought justice and order, he is the Judgement of God, but also music and joy, this playful Orisha is the patron saint of dancers, musicians and actors of the show. Shango is wise, loving and very generous with those who worship him - as one of the greatest warrior Orisha is a very powerful protection.
- Oggum: green and black . Oggum is the lone warrior and forests. Known for his rebellious temperament, often prone to excess, this Orisha can be extremely generous and kind to those who work with him, especially in terms of earnings and courage, fight and learn to grow in life ... he is a very wise teacher, associate with animal totems. Other common
macutos Santería are
- Babbaluayé: brown and purple. The healer Orisha is the patron saint of the poor, the homeless and marginalized. He attends all types of petitions and his cult is growing because very compassionate. A fighter for lost causes and lost souls.
- Ocho: black and yellow. The archer Orisha is the highest example of justice and involvement in Santeria. Orisha a saint, but also a skilled hunter and warrior incredible, he protects both the hunter and hunted. Known as a bit 'too strict with his sons and daughters.
- Orula: green and yellow. One of the most sacred Orishas, \u200b\u200benergy to be worn directly on the all-seer, and, therefore, the patron saint of all priests of Santeria.
owner of the cowry shell on his macustis, Orisha this work for the general protection and to make wise choices in life. Orula see all his sons and daughters can see their enemies from afar.
- Iku: Black and White. Macuto This is not very common, is the Orisha of death has still many devout believers. Macuto This is used especially when working with the spirits, the spirit is like a ship, or simply as a connector with the powerful realm of the spirits.
- Osain: Green. The herbalist Orisha is much loved for his generosity, teaches us the secrets of herbs and natural remedies. E 'is born from nature and the protector of what we call you. Of course, a patron of workers who deal with herbs and healers.
- Orishaoko: blue and purple. The farmer Orisha is, of course, the patron of all farmers, farms and animals, but also called on justice, he is a very fair spirit fighting against the lies and gossip. In some traditions, it is believed that it becomes every night Iku, the Orisha of death, because Nature contains the life and death together.
Carolina Gomez
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