Voodoo God of Fire, Thunder, Power, & Sensuality
Chango is the god of fire, thunder, power, and sensuality. He has the power to help you win wars, defeat your enemies, and can help you gain power over others. He will ensure you are victorious over all of your difficulties. Chango is believed to have once been a Yoruban king; thus, he must be treated as such.
This Chango Voodoo doll is created out of Spanish moss and sticks, with a hand-sculpted face that is painted. He wears his favorite colors, and his necklace is made with consideration to his favorite number, colors, stones, and cowrie shells. The red stones are red jasper, which has special metaphysical properties. Jasper is a power and protection stone. Once known as the Warrior stone, jasper has the ability to influence justice and fair play, and can help to rectify unjust situations. In addition, jasper has healing qualities and will give you the courage you need to stand up for what you believe in and overcome your difficulties.
To
serve Chango, you
should construct an altar for him. He prefers to be on a fireplace mantel, on
your business desk, or anywhere you choose. His altar should be constructed
using the following elements:
Patron saint: St. Barbara, St. Jerome
Day and number: Friday, 6
Country and owned places: Trinidad, sky, trees
Cloth and Bead colors: Red and white
Favorite animals and objects: Horses, rams, turtles, pheasants, machete, wood, double axe
Favorite food: apples, yams, corn, and peppers
Planet: Sun and Mars
Place in the house: Fireplace, business desk
Ritual greeting: Kaguo, Kabiosile
Use Chango as a focusing tool for the purpose you seek. First, light a white candle. Concentrate on the outcome you wish to occur and ask Chango for assistance in creating this change. Make an offering for three days following your request. Appropriate offerings for Chango include any of his favorite foods, animals, and objects.
The most important concept in Voodoo is reverence to ancestors. Always be sure to remember those who have gone on before you. It is the single most important thing you can do to insure success in your ritualistic endeavors.
Song and Dance for Orisha Shango
Footage from the 17th annual African Street Festival
About Shango
In this series of clips recorded in September 2002, Katherine Dunham speaks about her influence on American dance
To purchase a Chango Voodoo Loa doll, click here.
Reference
Teish, L. (1985). Jambalaya: The natural woman's book of personal charms and practical rituals. San Fransisco: Harper-Collins Publishers.
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