Altar Lighter
Exu · Altar Lighter
"Devotion to Eleggua · the divine messenger, keeper of the crossroads"
THE INSPIRATION
Exu is dedicated to Eleggua the fiery messenger, trickster, and divine translator between the Orishas and humanity. He is the spark at the crossroads. The guardian of communication. The force that ensures every offering reaches its destination.
He is the first to be called, and the one who makes all rituals possible. Without Exu, nothing moves. No road opens. No flame carries its prayer to where it was meant to go.
THE MATERIALS
Garnet · for vitality and passion
Vintage silver African beads · for ancestral strength and continuity
Cowrie shell · for wealth and protection
Silver base encased in resin clay · to anchor the piece in both earth and fire
Each element reflects Exu's dual nature · playful and demanding, a protector who insists on respect.
THE DETAILS
Handcrafted by artist Njeri Akosua. Encased in a white leather pouch with Njeri's hand-dyed fabric. Fits a standard Bic lighter.
*Lighter not included.*
A vessel of passage and fire · where mischief meets devotion, and every flame carries a message.
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Shipping & Returns
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Our Ritual
White candle Vessels
Honors the tradition of wearing white for spiritual balance, symbolizing purity and the hidden powers of *Aché. Reflecting and deflecting, they invite users on a journey of introspection.
*The term aché refers to a Yoruba concept (asé) that is generally understood to mean spiritual power, authority, or life force
Crafted with purpose
- Hand-poured in Los Angeles
- Coconut wax blend for a clean, slow burn
- Premium fragrance oils
- Lead-free cotton wick
- Produced through community-based manufacturing that supports marginalized and underrepresented workers
Burn Care
Light candle for 2 hours the first time will get an even burn and avoid tunneling. Before each burn trim the wick to less than 1/4 of an inch, avoiding any black soot.
Never leave a candle unattended, near drafts, or move a candle while burning.