Ogun Bath: 4 powerful rituals to pave the way

Ogun’s bath is known for opening paths and cleaning the negative in your life. That is, you will find yourself free from pessimistic thoughts, charged energy, anxiety and envy. So, where the bad was, there will be room for the high spirits and the positive in your life.

Orisha linked to the line of law in Umbanda, Ogun is the lord of war and is known for not abandoning any son in battles. The rituals associated with it are sources of energy for overcoming obstacles and solving difficulties, especially when you feel that there is no more solution.

So, you can trust the power of this Orisha and prepare Ogun’s bath to open paths. For that, we have separated X recipes and their methods of preparation, but first, how about taking a look at the baths below to expel negative energy from your life, once and for all:

Who was Ogun?

Considered one of the most worshiped Orixás in the country, Ogun symbolizes struggles and conquests, represented as the “supreme commander”. If you are in a dangerous situation, he is the one you should call for protection.

According to the history of their ancestry, knowledge about battles and working with metal was passed on to humanity by Ogun. In fact, his war record has made him the most feared warrior of all. Therefore, he is always fighting against those who challenge him and is represented as the courageous Orisha, protector of paths, houses and temples.

Ogun is the son of Iemanjá and the older brother of Exú and Oxóssi, being very close to the latter. Even though it is represented by red, the colors that symbolize Ogun are green and dark blue. Tuesday is the day of the week dedicated to him and your greeting for him is “Ogunhê”. So, to enhance the effects of your Ogun bath, you already know: do it on a tuesday.

What is Ogun bath for?

Ogun’s bath promises to cleanse your path of physical and spiritual obstacles that hinder your personal evolution. A fearless warrior, Ogun protects his children from the dangers of negative energy and thinking.

That is, if you feel threatened by pessimistic feelings or feel that someone is preventing you from progressing, the Ogun bath will bring you protection, tranquility and peace. In addition, Orisha is a great ally for you looking for determination and faith to complete a project that has been stuck for some time.

In short, the Ogun bath serves to:

• Protection from bad thoughts and charged energies
• Shield against the evil eye and envy
• Achieving goals that seem unattainable
• Removing obstacles on the way

Ogun bath

In addition to taking away sadness and bringing joy to your life, the Ogun bath also opens the way for you to find your love and conquer your goals. With this, it is obvious that your self-esteem is restored and you feel more confident to face your daily battles.

In this way, we separate 4 baths of Ogun to pave the way and strengthen your spirit:

1. Ogun bath to attract positive energy
2. Ogun bath to open paths
3. Ogun bath for protection
4. Ogun unloading bath

1 – Ogun bath to attract positive energy

Ingredients:

How to prepare:

1. Mix all the ingredients in 2 liters of pure water, thinking about all the good in your life. Boil the water for 15 minutes.
2. Take your bath normally, always visualizing your desire.
3. Pour the mixture from the neck down, placing your order to Ogun.
4. Do not rinse or dry yourself. Let your body dry naturally.
5. In the following days, wear only light clothes to attract positive energies.

2 – Ogun bath to open paths

Ingredients:

• 3 liters of water
• 7 green peregum leaves (also known as Dracena)
• 1 handful of herb wins all
• 1 handful of herb clears the way

How to prepare:

1. Boil the water and add the herbs when it comes to a boil.
2. Move the pan clockwise with a wooden spoon, mentalizing your order. Let it cook for 7 minutes with the pan covered.
3. For 4 hours, leave the pan closed.
4. Take your shower normally, keeping positive thinking
5. Pour the mixture from the neck down, asking Ogun to push away the impurities and open your way

3 – Ogun bath for protection

Ingredients:

• 2 liters of water
• 1 Saint George’s sword leaf, cut into 7 pieces

How to prepare:

1. Boil the water and add the pieces of the sword-of-São-Jorge
2. Let the closed pan rest for 3 hours.
3. Take your bath normally, always thinking about your request
4. Pour the mixture from the neck down, asking Ogun for protection

4 – Ogun unloading bath

Ingredients:

• 2 liters of water
• 1 handful of mastic
• 1 handful of purple pine nuts
• 1 handful of Sao Goncalinho
• 1 handful of horse whip
• some mango leaves

How to prepare:

1. Boil 2 liters of water and add the herbs
2. Stir with a spoon, mentalizing your orders
3. Leave for 7 minutes on low heat and smother the mixture for 4 hours
4. Take your bath normally
5. Pour the strained mixture from the neck down, asking Ogun to release you from all negative energy and the evil eye that prevents you from evolving

Ogun’s bath is an excellent spiritual tool to accompany you in difficult times, when you have no more hope. However, if the situation persists, we advise you to consult an specialist.