A bit consists of two basic components, the bit mouthpiece that goes inside the horse's mouth, and the bit rings of a snaffle bit or shanks of a curb bit, to which the bridle and reins attach./ The tools, accessories, and complements that accompany the foundations of the Orishas are those that enable the Orisha to correctly fulfill its function. The horse bit as a religious accessory strengthens the sacred foundations and represents the ability to curb a person's impulsive nature or hasty actions that can lead a person to misfortune. Its most frequent uses are in the religious foundation of the Orisha Oggún
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