Apr 26, 2023 · Olokun is a Yoruba goddess of the ocean. Though the name “Olokun” is sometimes used as an epithet for Yemọja, the mother goddess and the source of all water, …

Jun 1, 2023 · Olokun is an orisha of fertility whose followers believe her waters can cure infertility. Though she is a fearsome and temperamental goddess, known to wreak havoc, Olokun is also …

Oct 2, 2023 · Olokun was not at all pleased with the solid land that took over her realm and thus became vengeful toward the humans that inhabited it. [10] Yemaja is the mother of all lesser …

Apr 26, 2023 · Agemo the chameleon was a trusted servant and messenger of Ọlọrun. In one famous myth, he was instrumental to Olorun winning a contest against the sea goddess …

Apr 26, 2023 · Sixteen oriṣas then emerged from her body, including Olokun, Shango, Ogun, and Obaluaiye. In this way, Yemaja gave birth to the Yoruba pantheon and assumed her place of …

Apr 26, 2023 · This made Shango angry. He threatened Oya, and the goddess ran away in fear, hiding herself with the sea deity Olokun. Shango pursued Oya relentlessly; when he finally …

Apr 26, 2023 · Orunmila (or Ifa) is the Yoruba god of divination, wisdom, and fate. He is a divine oracle who carries messages and advice from the gods to humankind.

Apr 26, 2023 · Iron and wood staff of Orisha Oko (Opa Orisha Oko), by Yoruba artist (19th century). Brooklyn Museum CC BY 3.0. According to legend, Oko was once a farmer who …

Apr 26, 2023 · Obatala is the Yoruba god of creation and is worshipped as protector of the disabled. The Supreme Being tasked him with creating the earth and humankind, but while he …

Apr 26, 2023 · Oduduwa is the Yoruba goddess of earth and creation. She is best known for assisting Obatala in the creation of the world and for being the mother of the Yoruba people.