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Ekwensu is a deity in Igbo mythology who represents the forces of chaos and deception; he is the god of war and victory; and the god of opportunity and commerce. Ekwensu is known for his ability to disrupt the natural order of things and cause confusion and chaos, which the Yoruba also called “ESU”. He is often portrayed as a mischievous and unpredictable character.
Ekwensu is also the god that the English and Portuguese called “Devil” after they conquered large parts of Nigeria and Africa. They called Ekwensu a devil and a satanic god, but despite this, all Ekwensu figures, works of art and artifacts were transported to British museums in the United Kingdom in the 18th and 19th centuries.
On the other hand, Ekwensu is considered a powerful and important figure in Igbo mythology. Ekwensu is a god, one of the many gods worshiped in Igbo land. He is a powerful deity, the god of war, like Ani, Amadioha, Ikéngà and others. He is often asked to help restore balance to the world and protect people from harm. During conflict or war, it provokes violence when invoked by warriors and bounty hunters.
Despite his reputation as a troublemaker, Ekwensu is considered a powerful and important divine figure in Igbo mythology with a complex personality and history. He is often associated with the trickster archetype and appears in many mythologies around the world. The Trickster is known for his ability to circumvent and break the rules and challenge the status quo in unexpected ways.
In Igbo mythology, Ekwensu is an important and powerful god. Ekwensu was the testing force of Chukwu and, together with Ani, the earth goddess, and Igwe, the sky god, formed the three supreme Arusi of the ancient Igbo people. In fact, according to Igbo mythology, Ekwensu is said to be just as feared as Chukwu.
The history of Ekwens is shrouded in mystery and there is little written evidence of its origins.However, he is believed to be one of the oldest deities in Igbo mythology and has been worshiped for centuries even in Yoruba land. The Yoruba people have also worshiped “ESU” for centuries and there are even more millions of Yoruba natives who worship “ESU” just like the Ibo people worship “EKWENSU”.
Ekwensu is often portrayed as a cunning and mischievous character who enjoys playing pranks and causing chaos. It is known for its unpredictability and its ability to upset the natural order of things. As the god of trade and opportunity, Ekwensu is cunning when it comes to trade and negotiations. He is often asked for advice in difficult business situations.
He is often invoked to help restore balance to the world and protect people from harm. In some traditions, Ekwensu is also associated with healing and is said to have the power to cure illness and other ailments. He is also considered a protector of children and is often tasked with the care and protection of children.
Despite his reputation as a troublemaker, Ekwensu is an important figure in Igbo society and some communities still revere him. All Igbo communities in Nigeria have shrines and temples dedicated to Ekwensu, where people come to offer prayers and offerings in the hope of winning his favor.