Arusi are spirits that are worshipped and served in the Igbo religion. There are many different kinds of Arusi and each has its own purpose and function. [1]

The deities, known as alusi, are tutelary or guardian spirits who are the founders of the communities or associated with the earth, rivers or markets. Alusi may be depicted as wooden figures and placed in shrines where they are the subjects of weekly and annual rituals that honor the deities who help a community or family solve problems.

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Oct 29, 2024 · In simple terms, an Alusi is a carefully constructed medium through which spiritual forces maintain order, protect communities, and regulate behavior. It is not merely a physical shrine or object, but a living energy bound by ancient …

Oct 25, 2024 · Below, we explore nine of the most powerful and well-known Igbo gods, known as Alusi: Àlà is the goddess of the earth, fertility, creativity, and morality. She is deeply revered in Igbo culture and is considered the most important deity.

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Jun 13, 2017 · Amadioha (Igbo literal meaning “free will of the people”) is the Alusi (god) of thunder and lightning of the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria. He is amongst the most popular of Igbo deities and in some parts of Igboland, he is referred to as Amadiora, Kamalu (which is short for Kalu Akanu), Kamanu, or Ofufe.

Nov 22, 2024 · In Igbo cosmology, Alusi (also known as Arusi or Chukwu’s servants) are deities or spirits that serve as link between the Supreme Being (Chukwu or Chi Ukwu) and humans. They represent various aspects of the natural world, morality, and community governance.

Kamalu popularly known as Amadioha is the Igbo god of Lightning, Thunder and Justice and oaths. He functions similarly to Thor [Norse], Zeus [Greek] and Shango [Yoruba]. His symbol is a ram. He is known for his fiery temper and his quick nature just like that of lightning. Kamalu is quick to kill those found guilty by his oracles.

Jul 11, 2020 · One of the most impressive objects collected by Northcote Thomas during his 1910-11 anthropological survey of present-day Anambra State, Nigeria is this Ngene alusi figure. Thomas appears to have acquired this 1.25m high sculpture in Awgbu, about 11km south of …