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See How Orunla Became the god of Wisdom

Orunmila/Orunla, deity of knowledge, wisdom and divination always wishes to help humanity achieve balance and harmony in life. He witnesses the destinies of all and reminds us of our purpose...

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Ogun, God of Iron and Rum

First Ooni of Ife after the death of Oduduwa, Ogun is a warrior and the powerful spirit of metal work as well as of rum and rum-making. He is also...

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Yemoja, Patron Saint of the Ocean/River

A water spirit, an orisha of the oceans/rivers — particularly the Ogun River in Nigeria, a mother, and a strong protective goddess. She is often depicted as a mermaid and sometimes associated...

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Orisa Osun, The Source

One of the most popular Orisas amongst the 401 gods of the Yoruba people, Osun (Oshun) is revered and worshipped as a river goddess in control of divinity, femininity, fertility,...

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OYA, Goddess of the Wind and Storms

According to the history books, Orisha OYA is seen to have been fierce and fearless, one would not want to ascribe her fearlessness to the strange but sad incident of...

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