Annual Ajinakúhùn Festival
Ajinakú is the general Ajã word for "elephant". This, he is depicted as the elephant. The elephant's head, in particular, symbolizes the gaining of knowledge through listening (ears) and reflection (large head). The two tusks represent the dual nature of the universe. Color is black and white. Ajinaku represents wisdom. Ajikanu is worshipped as a deity who removes barriers and bestows wisdom and good fortune. Ajinaku removes obstacles through applied wisdom. In this, Ajinaku truly represents spiritual wisdom - a wisdom that clears the mind of distractions. Thus, Ajinaku is closely associated with a meditative mind and silence in general. Ajinakuhùn represents high standards which can be considered somewhat "elitist".
Offerings: banana bunches, assorted fruits, krobo and other expensive beads, sacred leaves, eggs dipped in red palm oil
Number(s): 8
Taboo(s): red palm oil
Color(s): black and white
Herbs(s): sage
Animal Association(s): Elephant