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All the Lwa are syncretized with Catholic saints. Not because the Lwa embody but the saint - quite the opposite. The Saint embodies the Lwa. For Fet Gede, we've located
three of the popular candles that carry the hidden energies of the major Lwa of the Holiday - that of Baron, Brigette and Gede. Glass seven day candles with a color image of the saint on the front.
Order St. Martin de Porres for the Baron. St. Martin is often shown in front of a sick house, where folks are dying. Order St. Brigette for Maman Brigette. The name is the
connection, as well as her black outfit and her hook - a more feminine form of the pitchfork. Order St. Gerald for Gede Nibo. Gerard is shown with a cross of Christ and a skull and lilies, all symbols of
death and resurrection. His black alb is also appropriate for Gede.
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