Elegua Incense Sticks by Sree Vani, 120 Sticks

Elegua is the orisha of the crossroads, the opener of the ways who is honored first in so many traditions that carry his name. These hand rolled sticks from Sree Vani are burned in his honor, offered by practitioners who turn to Elegua to open roads, clear the path, and watch over doorways and beginnings. The box holds a generous supply for steady devotional practice.

Key Features

• One hundred twenty incense sticks, six hexagonal packs of twenty, a generous supply for daily practice.
• Hand rolled in India by Sree Vani, offered in devotion to Elegua.
• Burned to honor the opener of the ways and keeper of the crossroads.
• Suited to road opening, new beginnings, and devotional offering.

Product Details

A set of six hexagonal packs, twenty sticks each, for one hundred twenty incense sticks in total, made in India by Sree Vani. Each stick burns for roughly twenty to thirty minutes on a heat safe incense holder or ash catcher. Burn in a ventilated space, keep the lit stick away from drafts and anything flammable, and let the ash cool fully before disposing.

Spiritual Significance

In Santeria and other Yoruba derived traditions, Elegua, also spelled Eleggua or Eshu Elegba, is the orisha of the crossroads, doorways, and roads, the divine messenger who opens or closes the way between people and the other orishas. He is traditionally honored first in ceremony, because nothing can proceed until he opens the road, and he is associated with the colors red and black. Practitioners burn incense in his honor when asking for paths to open, for help at a crossroads or a new beginning, and as a sign of respect. Please note that deep veneration of the orishas is a living, initiatory tradition with its own protocols, and this incense is offered as one simple, respectful way to honor Elegua rather than a substitute for that practice. Burning a stick becomes an act of devotion and intention, working alongside your faith and practice rather than promising any particular outcome.

How to Use

1. Set a stick in a heat safe incense holder or ash catcher, ideally near a doorway or your Elegua shrine if you keep one.
2. Light the coated tip, let it catch, then gently fan out the flame so it smolders.
3. Offer the smoke with respect as you ask for roads to open or simply honor Elegua.
4. Allow the ash to cool completely before disposing, and never leave burning incense unattended.

Pairs Well With

• Long Red Chime Candles in red, a color long associated with Elegua.
• Secrets of Money Talisman to focus road opening on work and opportunity.
• Bulk Black Obsidian Tumbled Stones to keep at a doorway or crossroads.
• Parchment Paper by Espiritu to write the road you are asking to open.
• Black Velveteen Bag to keep devotional tokens.

FAQs

Who is Elegua?
In Santeria and other Yoruba derived traditions, Elegua is the orisha of the crossroads and doorways, the opener of the ways and divine messenger. He is traditionally honored first in ceremony because he opens the road for everything that follows.

How many sticks are in a box?
Each box holds six hexagonal packs of twenty sticks, for one hundred twenty sticks in total, a generous supply for steady devotional practice or keeping a shop and altar well stocked.

How is this incense used?
It is burned in Elegua's honor, often near a doorway or shrine, when asking for roads to open or simply to show respect. Note that traditional orisha veneration is an initiatory practice with its own protocols, and this is one simple, respectful offering.

How long does each stick burn?
Each stick burns for roughly twenty to thirty minutes, depending on airflow. Light the tip, let it catch, then fan out the flame so the stick smolders on a heat safe holder.

Is it safe to leave burning?
No. Never leave burning incense unattended, keep it away from flammable items and drafts, and let the ash cool completely before disposing. Burn it in a well ventilated space.