Contrary to popular opinion, Exu is NOT the devil or Satan in Christian terms. Exu (Ey-shu) is a powerful Orisha spirit who functions as Divine Messenger. As such, he is a translator between humans and the natural world. Exu possesses a dual nature as Divine Trickster and Door Opener. He is similar to Legba of the Voodoo tradition and Ellegua of the Santeria tradition in that he can remove obstacles and open the doorway to new opportunities. It is up to you which door is open. If you decide to open a door to some unsavory place, that is your responsibility, not Exu’s!

As Divine Trickster, Exu is not evil. The trickster archetype in most traditional cultures embodies a sacred role as teacher. The trickster raises awareness of the interrelatedness and interconnectedness between humankind, the natural world, and the spirit world. No person is an island unto themselves; this is a fallacy. Exu humbles us through his trickery regarding this absolute truth.

Details: This Voodoo doll was inspired by the Orisha Exu. He is made in the traditional New Orleans Voodoo manner out of Spanish moss and sticks. He wears a black or red velvet hooded cape. He has fluffy red and black plumage extending from his arms which signify his ability to move between worlds. His face is hand sculpted out of polymer clay and painted red. He measures approximately 10 to 12  inches tall from head to foot,  and he is approximately 12 inches wide. He is one of a kind.

This Voodoo Exu doll comes with a certificate of authenticity. He also comes with an information sheet and instructions for use. As with all Voodoo dolls from the Mystic Voodoo, he is a uniquely handcrafted item and there may some variations from the picture.

BONUS! All purchases of an Exu Voodoo doll receive the Exu, Divine Messenger eBook absolutely free! This ebook is an instructional and informational guide to invoking the divine transformational power of Exu and is a $9.95 value.