Os Mistérios e Poderes das Cabaças (Porongos)

One of the great mysteries contained in Afro-Brazilian religions (Candomblé, Umbanda, and Quimbanda) is the ritualistic use of the gourd. It is a very important element, especially within the cult of Exu. The gourd is a fruit, and its seeds are edible. It is very versatile and has many uses. It is said that in the distant past, it may have spread throughout the world via rivers and seas, and when it found favorable soil, it would germinate. In Candomblé rites, its use is widespread, taking on different names depending on its use or the way it is cut. The whole gourd is called Àkèrègbè, and the one cut into a gourd is called Ìgbá. Cut into a plate is called Ígbáje. Cut above the middle, it forms a lidded vessel, called Ígbáse, or Àse's ​​gourd, and is used to place symbols of power after the Ìyáwó's obligation, such as scissors, a razor, cowrie shells, beads, leaves, etc., which will allow the person to have their own Candomblé. In many African legends, the gourd represents the "pot that holds all the mysteries of healing, life, and death" and also "Protection"! Another mystery is "Expansion and Growth." I hope you enjoy this video! 📌Instagram: @umbanda_pirro 📌Also follow: @DesestressandoSP #umbanda #candomblé #magic #orixas #exu #esu