Vodou Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of Vodou

LEGBA (2)

Haitian Light God

The Ruler of Light

One of the old Fon originals from Africa (see Legba).

In Haitian mode he is a jaunty old man with a pipe, a stick and a sunshade.

When he retires at night he hands over to the far less friendly Maître Carrefour.

Legba (2) Facts and Figures

Name: Legba (2)
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Male
Type: God
Area or people: Haiti
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: Light
Area of expertise: Light

Good/Evil Rating: GOOD, quite approachable
Popularity index: 5937

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Article last revised on May 20, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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