Learn some offerings to Xangô!

This is the Orixá considered one of the most important and powerful for both the Candomblé and Umbanda religions. His motto is "Whoever owes pays and whoever deserves receives" and is sung in many rites in the terreiro.

So, know that whatever request you make to Shango you will have to pay with the same coin. Shango may seem like an aggressive, brave and impetuous Orixá. However, this is only a fragment of his personality that characterizes the Orixá of Justice.

Due to this representation he assumes a powerful personality, not bearing any kind of injustice and always being on the side of the righteous. That is, he will help you if you are wronged, but also will not stop being on your side if you have committed some injustice.

Father Xangô will still be with you, but now he will be charging you for your actions. Learning about offerings to Xangô will serve not only as a form of gratitude, but will also give you the support of this entity. Read on to learn more!

Knowing more about Xangô

Xangô is the Orixá who protects those who obey the laws and the customs, besides sharing positive energies with their fellow man. Meanwhile, those who do not present a good conduct in life will be judged by him with the aim of restoring the spiritual balance. Learn more about his history and influences in the sequence!

History of Xangô

The legend of Xangô says that before becoming an Orixá he was the king of Òyó, this region today is known as Nigeria. He was considered a tyrant, being authoritarian and violent. Xangô's justice was relentless, often being associated with the element of rock because of these characteristics.

When he was king, Xangô did not measure efforts to conquer other kingdoms and expand his territory. His powerful kingdom was known throughout the continent and was highly respected, because despite being a violent warrior he did not fail to treat other people with the righteousness of justice.

He is also represented as the Orixá of fire and thunder. Although fearless by many people, he became a great king capable of unifying the entire Yoruba people. He is also known as the creator of the cult of male ancestors, the egungum, and as the only one capable of exercising power over the dead.

His instrument of war was the Oxé (two-edged axe) through which he punished thieves, evildoers and liars. Another important detail is his connection with Nature, through her Xangô drew his strength and knowledge that were used when necessary.

Visual characteristics

The image of Xangô is usually depicted wearing red garments the color of fire, the red hue reflects that he belongs to royalty. He is also holding in his hands an axe, known as the two-faced axe or by Oxé which is his instrument of war.

Xangô syncretism

With the arrival of African descendants in Brazil, their culture went through a process of syncretism. Therefore, the religions of African origin have undergone several changes in an attempt to protect the rites. In this sense, Xangô has a strong presence in the oldest terreiros of the country that are found in Bahia and Pernambuco.

In an attempt to protect their customs, the Afro-descendants needed to adapt many religious symbols and figures. They then assimilated some Catholic saints and incorporated them into Candomblé and Umbanda, referring to them as if they were their Orixás.

Thus, the figures of St. John the Baptist and St. Peter came to be considered as Xangô by Candomblé. In Umbanda, Xangô is represented by St. Jerônimo, who is known as the Saint of Letters.

Sons of Xangô

The sons of Shango are chosen to represent the ancestor to whom they have some degree of similarity. In general, they have a strong physical structure, with a certain tendency to obesity. However, their energy and high self-esteem make them extremely active and elegant of body.

They must preserve their position of nobility among the Orixás, valuing their knowledge and power. Although they are people who are always accompanied, they are solitary and this is due to their austere nature and inflated ego. Making them often vain and overbearing.

Still, the sons of Shango preserve their warrior nature that makes them so stubborn and strategic. As sons of a king they want to be recognized for their achievements and their fortune. Even though they may seem inflexible, they can be both kind and just. That is the nature of the sons of Shango!

Prayer to Xangô

The prayer to Xangô begins with the greeting Kaô Kabecilê which in Nago means "Come and greet the King! This greeting occurs because Xangô is considered the king of Orixás, the most important and powerful among the Orixás. After the greeting is made, one should proceed with the prayer as follows:

"Powerful Orixá of Umbanda, Father, companion and guide, Lord of balance and justice, helper of the Law of Karma.

You alone have the right to accompany, for eternity, all the causes, all the defenses, accusations and elections arising from the disordered actions of the pure and beneficent acts we perform.

Lord of all the massifs and mountain ranges, symbol and seat of Your planetary action in the physical, astral and mental.

Sovereign Lord of balance and equity, watch over the integrity of our character.

Help us with your prudence.

Defend us from our perversions, ingratiations, dislikes, falsehoods, unrestrained speech and undue judgment, of the acts of our brothers and sisters in humanity.You alone are the great Judge.Axé!"

How to make an offering to Xangô

The offerings should be made to Xangô accompanied with herbs and plants that connect with the representation of this Orixá. Often made in order to ensure strength and justice in your cause. Learn how to make an offering to Xangô to enjoy its benefits below.

Herbs and plants of Xangô

The herbs and plants of Shango are used in offerings in order to create a connection with their Orixà. They carry with them the attributes that define Shango, as well as aid them in their quest for strength and justice. These ingredients can be used in purifications, consecrations, cures, and even as a form of spells.

Herbs and plants used in offerings can be:

- Lemon leaves;

- Mint;

- Coffee leaves;

- Purple basil;

- Nutmeg;

- Hibiscus flowers;

- Pomegranate;

- Snake corn;

- St. John's wort;

- Fire Leaves;

- Old Man's Beard

- Barbatimão

- Stone Breaker

- Aroeira

- Jurema preta

- Mulungu

You can use the leaves, flowers, bulbs, seeds and roots of these plants. Everything will depend on your goal and the instructions of your saintly father. Therefore, it is important to point out that some of them may be toxic to the human body, so it is necessary to have an accompaniment in the handling of some offerings.

Quizilas de Xangô

The quizilas, or the ewó, are the rules of conduct that must be followed by the children of the Orixás. They are used as a form of redemption for the mistakes of their past lives, serving as a path for those who will follow their Orixá head.

The quizilas of Xangô that must be obeyed by his children are:

- They can't eat okra;

- They can't eat shrimp with tails and heads;

- They should avoid the consumption of oxtail;

- Do not consume brisket apple, or terrapins.

How to please the Orixá Xangô?

Among the preferred offerings to Xangô, besides the plants and herbs listed above, are alcoholic beverages and candles. They should be given preferably in mountains and quarries.

One of the ways to please the Orixá Xangô you will need a black beer, or any kind of liquor, and 1 white or red candle. Then you will need to go on a Wednesday with these items to a quarry, then open the beer and light the candle. Introduce yourself and thank Xangô and he will be ready to help you.

Tips to enhance the effects of the offering

The effects of the offering can be enhanced if you follow the recommendations of the father of saint, or mother of saint, of the terreiro. They will be your spiritual guides who will take the message of the Orixá to you. Listen to them and obey their requests, following their guidelines and tips you will be able to enhance the effects of any offering.

Care of the offering procedure

The offerings should only be made when requested by the entity invoked by the father of saint or by the Orixá. They follow a pattern according to the objectives of each offering, so it is necessary to follow the fundamentals that will help you with the situation involved and your needs. The same will apply to the place where it will be made.

Offering of Xangô to open paths

The path opening ebó that must be offered to Shango must follow a series of rituals. These instructions will be communicated to you through the father, or mother of saint, of your terreiro. Learn how to make the offering of Shango to pave the way in any area of your life in the reading below!

Indications and ingredients

The lord of lightning and thunder does not tolerate lies or injustice. Therefore, offerings to Xangô should only be made if you are following your path with righteousness and honesty, because if you are being unfair to someone he will charge you for it. After the warning, you need to separate the ingredients below to prepare the offering:

- 12 bananas;

- Black Beer;

- 6 cigars;

- 3 red cloves;

- 3 white carnations;

- 6 white or red candles;

- 2 sheets of tissue paper, one brown and one white;

- Matchbook;

- Honey.

How to do

The ingredients should be new and untouched, this will enhance your offering and give a better chance that your request will be answered. Now go to a quarry and on a rock arrange the silk leaves so as to place the rest of the ingredients on top of them.

Prepare the ingredients carefully and arrange them harmoniously on top of the papers. Then just pour the honey over all the ingredients and say a prayer to Xangô in thanks for granting your request.

An offering of Xangô to ask for justice

The offering to ask for justice from Shango should only be made when you are sure that there has been some injustice in your case. Because if there is a mistake, it may not work properly and you will be charged by the Orixá for it. Learn what is needed for the offering of Shango to ask for justice below.

Indications and ingredients

To perform this offering and get a positive result in your case you will need to separate the following ingredients:

- A waterfall rock or a large crystal;

- A glass;

- Black beer;

- 7 brown candles;

- 1 copy of your court case.

One possibility regarding the document is to write your case on a piece of paper.

How to do

Go to a waterfall area or a quarry with the ingredients in hand. Take the document and place the stone on top of it, place the glass in front of the stone and fill it with beer. Then just prepare the candles around the offering and light the candles.

With each candle lit, ask Xangô to do justice. After all the candles burn, discard the material in the trash and throw the beer on the ground. Keep the paper with you and make a greeting to Xangô: "Kaô Kabecilê.

Offering of Xangô for money and prosperity

The Orixá Xangô can also help you in relation to money and prosperity. For this, you need to have the ingredients and follow the step by step so that your offering is well received. Follow below this information to succeed in your offering!

Indications and ingredients

To make the offering of Xangô for money and prosperity separate the following ingredients:

- 1 brown candle;

- 1 white plate;

- 1 papaya;

- 1 black cherry.

How to do

Remember to make this offering on the day of the Orixá, Wednesday. The first step will be to place the papaya and cherry inside the dish, then light the brown candle to the right side. Make the Lord's Prayer to Xangô 12 times and make your request for money, prosperity, abundance and that you have abundance in your life.

Offering of Xangô for love and relationships

Xangô also usually acts in favor of relationships and love, always seeking to preserve marital harmony. That is, you can be blessed by Xangô to have a family and sincere love. Follow the guidelines below and make yourself the offering of Xangô for love and relationship.

Indications and ingredients

The materials needed to prepare the offering are:

- 1 pencil;

- 1 reel of white thread;

- 1 brown candle.

- 1 honey;

- 6 okra;

- 6 sheets of white paper.

How to do

First you must write on the sheets of paper the name of your loved one and on the back your name. Now place the pieces with the names inside the okra. Then arrange the okra stacked 3 horizontally and the other 3 vertically, tie them and put the honey on top of them.

Your offering is already set up and ready to be dedicated to Xangô, you just need to take it near a quarry, mountain, or waterfall and light the candle. It is at this moment that you should greet Xangô and thank him for his help.

Offering to have the axé of Xangô

The offerings made to have the axé of Xangô are powerful, especially if they are performed by his children. Since it will provide you the strength and energy of the Orixá of Orixás. Learn what you need to do to make this offering in the text below.

Indications and ingredients

You will need the following ingredients for this offering:

- Black beer;

- a glass beaker;

- 3 leaves of cabbage;

- 1/2 kg okra;

- 1/2 kg chickpeas;

- 1 trough;

- 1 red and white candle.

How to do

Clean the okra and cut into slices, put them in a bowl and cook them together with the chickpeas. Prepare the bowl by placing the open cabbage leaves inside, trying to line the bottom with them. After the okra and chickpeas are ready, place them in the bowl on top of the leaves.

Now just light the candle, make a greeting to Xangô and then you can make your requests to him.

Amalá de Xangô

The Amalá is a celebration made by the devotees of Xangô in order to enable a fraternization between the Orixá and his children. The ceremony consists in offering delicacies of Xangô's preference to satisfy him and bring us closer to the entity in the terreiro. Learn which delicacies to use and how to prepare the ceremony to receive Xangô.

Indications and ingredients

The ingredients needed to make Amala are:

- Dried shrimp;

- Breast meat;

- Okra;

- Onion;

- Honey;

- Water;

- Palm oil;

- 6 red candles.

How to do

In this case, the way of preparation of the Amalá will be coordinated by the father of saint of your terreiro, because he will be responsible for receiving the entity of the Orixá Xangô in your body. Only then the confraternization will take place.

The offering to Xangô must be prepared during this process. Then you should go to a quarry or waterfall to offer the ebó to the Orixá.

Why make an offering to Xangô?

Among all the Orixás, Xangô is the most powerful. He becomes an ally capable of helping you in the biggest difficulties of your life. His strength, obstinacy and sense of justice make him special, because if you are following the just and honest path, his chances to support you are enormous.

Besides, there are several cases in which it is possible to request his help, making him one of the most eclectic Orixàs in this sense, thus allowing his contribution in all aspects of your life. The offerings will serve as a means for you to reach him and be able to communicate with this Orixà.

Xangô has the strength to open your paths. Receive him with gratitude and due humility and you will have a great ally in your life. Salute the King of Orixás and make offerings in respect to this entity. Thus, nothing will be able to block your path.