Exu is known by various forms and names in Afro-Brazilian religions. They include Akesan; Alafiá; Alaketo; Bará, or Ibará; Elegbá, or Elegbará, Inan; Lalu, or Jelu; Laroyê; Lon Bií; Lonã; Odara; Olodé; Tamenta, or Etamitá; Tiriri. The most common forms or praise-names of Exu are Exu-Agbo, the protector and guardian of houses and terreiros; Exu-Elepô, the god of palm oil; Exu lnã ...
Exu is the intermediary between the human and spiriual world in Canbomble, considered a messenger and god of the crossroads.
There seems to be a big misconception in online communities about who Eleggua is, how he’s related to Papa Legba, or Eshu, or even Exu. All too often, our western minds see similarities and draw equivalences between these entities but doing so is a big mistake. After a friend asked me what the difference was between these spirits, I decided to contact my friends in two other African ...
Exu is closely identified with the Christian devil; the two are sometimes perceived as synonymous. Like the Christian devil, Exu signals his appearance with the scent of sulphur.
Elegua (also known as Eleggua, Eshu, or Exu) is one of the most important Orishas within the Santeria and Yoruba religions. Within Haitian Voodou and other Afro-Carribbean traditions, Elegua is known as Papa Legba.
Exu is one of the most well-known spirits of the Brazilian religion and related African-derived traditions. Exu is a powerful spirit who functions as Divine Messenger and Gatekeeper to the Spirit World.
Exu or Eshu is by far one of the most mysterious and controversial figures in Umbanda and Youruba spirituality. Article by Eduardo Guimaraes.