Ezili Mapyang Pendant: Haitian Vodou Stainless Steel Amulet
Ezili Mapyang is a lesser-known spirit within the family of Ezili lwas in Haitian Vodou. The Ezili family primarily represents feminine aspects, with each member embodying different characteristics and domains. Ezili Mapyang, like other manifestations of the Ezili spirit, is part of the broader Ezili Dantor family. This family includes several powerful female spirits known for their fierce protectiveness and connection to motherhood and warrior attributes.
Ezili Dantor herself is widely revered for her role as a protector of women and children, as well as her association with the Haitian Revolution and the fight against oppression. In terms of specific attributes and representations, Ezili Mapyang shares commonalities with her sister spirits but also possesses unique traits. She is often associated with elements of toughness and resilience, embodying the spirit of a protective matriarch. Additionally, ritual objects and symbols associated with Ezili Mapyang, such as the ritual dagger (kouto), are used in various Vodou ceremonies to invoke her protection and strength.
The Ezili spirits, including Mapyang, play significant roles in the spiritual lives of Vodou practitioners, offering guidance, protection, and empowerment, especially to women. For those interested in deeper spiritual engagement, understanding and serving these spirits typically involves consulting with a Vodou priest or priestess to learn the proper rituals and offerings.
PU cord as a gift. Stainless steel. Diameter: 33 mm
One sided pendant.
You can select the option "add text on the back" (preferably not more than 80 characters). If you select option "add text on the back", but do not leave a message or e-mail with the text, I'll do the engraving of the text: - "Bless Save and Protect".
Double sided pendant - same image on both sides.