The first son received an arrow and became a hunter. The second son was given a hoe and thus became a farmer, and the third a stick to herd cattle. The third son became the father of the Masai. Engai is also believed to dwell both on Earth and in heaven. The black god is seen in thunder and rain which brings grass and life to the Masai.
Individuals commonly worship god by asking favors and praying for their well being.
The most common subjects for prayer are children and cattle. The marriage process begins sometimes at birth for girls. This process always involves gifts to the girl's family seen as good will towards marriage. The suitors must always be accepted by the girl's family and the gifts keep coming in as a form of. As the marriage comes closer, the girl is pushed away by her family preparing her for life away from them.