Elegua
Yoruba Orisha (deity) of roads, crossroads, and messenger of the gods. Known as Èṣù-Ẹlẹ́gbára (also Eleggua, Eshu, Legba). First AND Last to be invoked - all ceremonies in Santería must receive Elegua's approval before progressing. THE Gatekeeper who holds keys to past, present, and future. Opens and closes paths of destiny, controls opportunity and choice. Also a Trickster - creates chaos or favorable outcomes, embodies opposites. Can appear as Child (mischievous, playful) or OLD MAN (wise), representing different phases of fate and life. Colors: RED, Black, White. Numbers: 3 and 21. Associat