Eshu It is dark energy, trap and evil, it governs the manifestations of the malevolent and is often very confused with the Orisha Elegguá, the one who opens the roads and decides the destiny.
However, although it is a religious controversy, many indicate that this statement is false, because, although there is a link between both deities, they are not the same.
What characterizes Eshú?
Eshú is the deity who is dedicated to cheating and deceiving the Orishas and men, he intercedes to send bad luck, and is the exclusive power of the Babalawos, who carry him, deliver him and consecrate him with various elements of nature.
The word Èsù means "sphere"«symbolizes infinity, permanent movement, energy that never ends and is constantly present in our environment.
It represents the misfortunes when we are not in tune or balance with what surrounds us, it is the one who governs bad decisions, confusing paths and negative energies.
This entity is usually represented as a humanoid-shaped mass of cement whose eyes, ears and mouth are represented by snails.
Eshú, the Orishas and the balance of existence
Most of the Oshas and Orishas are accompanied by a Eshu specific, which is the way to maintain the balance between the positive and the negative.
Legend has it that when all the Orishas came down to Earth, they did so accompanied by a Eshufor it is the opposition that challenges creation.
Olofin, the God, sent the Oddun to earth and Eshu He accompanied them to oppose their missions and ensure that their will was not carried out.
He also came with the Orishas to spoil their purposes, create misfortune, and complicate even the simplest situations in life.
And if Elegguá opens the roads, Eshu it can close them and spoil fate. To maintain the well-being and balance of our existence, both must be revered, respected and cared for.
Difference between Eshú and Elegguá
The similarity and confusion between Eshu y Eleggua It is given, in that both eat first, their attributes and necklaces are similar and they act in a similar way.
Also, some Babalawos when they deliver Eshú, They indicate that it is Elegguá and this has not only generated confusion, but it is also stated that both deities are the same.
But really the Elegguá link and Eshu It is the representation in the Yoruba religion of the relationship between the positive and the negative.
It is understood that when a home is protected it is because Eleguá lives in it and when it has problems, it is because he has entered Eshu, which cannot be considered bad or good, but neutral. As there is no light without darkness, in the balance of good and evil these deities manifest.
Elegguá for his part, is an Osha and is the first protection of an individual. He belongs to the Land of Los Oloshas and is the guide, the one who opens the roads and is symbolized by the rocks.
While Eshu It is an entity that monitors the fulfillment of the destiny chosen by the inhabitants of the Earth.
However, it is always made clear that, although Eshú is not an Orisha nor is he Elegguá, he must be paid the utmost respect to deflect negative action in our lives.
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