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Obaluaiê Bean
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This bean is traditionally associated with Obaluaiê (orisha of death in Candomblé in Brazil, also called Babalu Aye in the Yoruba pantheon). It is a seed of Ricinus communis, a plant long considered a tool of black magic (and now used to obtain castor oil).
The Obaluaiê bean is therefore closely linked to these themes, representing both the ability to cause and heal ailments, and symbolizing the duality of destruction and regeneration.
You can use it to decorate an altar, or use it in a mojo as a powerful artifact of protection and banishment. In black magic, it should be used with caution and responsibility.
This bean is sold individually.
⸺ Note: for ritual use only, not for food or cosmetic use.
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Obaluaiê Bean
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- Weight: approximately 8g
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Obaluaiê Bean: Symbol of Transition and Divine Power
The Obaluaiê bean, derived from Ricinus communis, represents the very essence of transformation. Associated with Obaluaiê, the orisha of death and healing in Candomblé, it carries the marks of illness, renewal, and life cycles. Obaluaiê, also called Babalu Aye in the Yoruba tradition, embodies the forces of decay as well as resurrection. The bean embodies this powerful duality, blending energies of destruction and rebirth in every ritual or spiritual use.
Sacred Tool of Purification and Regeneration
Placed on an altar, the Obaluaiê bean is used to honor the deity and channel its purifying energies. It acts as a link between the visible world and the spiritual forces charged with healing and protection. Incorporated into mojos, it forms a formidable talisman against harmful influences. This seed is used in regeneration rituals to support healing processes, stabilize emotional states, and promote inner renewal. It also supports banishing work, where it acts as a catalyst for spiritual cleansing.
Ritual Handling and Magical Ethics
Ricinus communis has real toxicity, and this characteristic has long fueled its use in occult practices related to black magic. The Obaluaiê bean must be handled with care, as it concentrates forces capable of acting on subtle and physical planes. Its use requires a strict ethical framework. It is not a trivial object but a vector of intention that demands awareness and respect. Any operation involving this bean must be guided by clear and just objectives, respecting the traditions that consecrated it.
| Names | Castor bean plant, castor bean; ewé lárá for the leaf in Afro-Brazilian traditions |
|---|---|
| Deity | Omolu / Obaluaiê |
| Traditions | Brazilian Candomblé and Afro-Brazilian ritual traditions |
| Documented ritual part | Primarily the leaf, notably used as a support for food during Olubajé |
| Areas | Illness and healing, health, longevity, and rites dedicated to Omolu / Obaluaiê |
| Scientific name | Ricinus communis L. |
|---|---|
| Other names | Obaluaiê bean, castor bean seed |
| Appearance | Hard, smooth, shiny seed, oval and slightly flattened, with a small light-colored protrusion at one end |
| Odor | Very faint to nonexistent when the seed is whole and dry |
| Color | Gray, brown, beige, or reddish, with marbling and darker spots that vary from seed to seed |
| Parts used | Whole and intact seed only, placed as a ritual object. It must never be opened, pierced, ground, burned, or incorporated into a preparation |
| Origins | Northeastern tropical Africa, mainly Ethiopia, Eritrea, and Somalia; the species is now widespread in many tropical and temperate regions |
| Toxicity level | Very high. The seed contains ricin, a powerful poison released when its shell is chewed, crushed, or broken. Never ingest or handle a damaged seed. Keep in a closed package, out of reach of children and animals. In case of ingestion or accidental damage, contact a poison control center immediately |
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