|
- Orisha - Wikipedia
Orishas (singular: orisha) [1] are divine spirits that play a key role in the Yoruba religion of West Africa and several religions of the African diaspora that derive from it, such as Haitian Vodou, Cuban Santería and Brazilian Candomblé
- Orisha | African Deities, Rituals Beliefs | Britannica
Orisha, any of the deities of the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria They are also venerated by the Edo of southeastern Nigeria; the Ewe of Ghana, Benin, and Togo; and the Fon of Benin (who refer to them as voduns)
- The Complete List of Orisha: 30+ Yoruba Deities and Their Meanings . . .
The Orisha are the most widely studied and revered, with their stories, attributes, and roles deeply embedded in rituals, art, and daily practices across Yoruba and diasporic traditions like Santería, Candomblé, and Vodun
- A Complete List of Orishas and Yoruba Deities
In the rich landscapes of the Yoruba religion and Santeria, practitioners find guidance, wisdom, and connection through their engagement with the Orishas, divine entities embodying various aspects of the natural and spiritual worlds
- Orishas » Santeria Church of the Orishas
Below is a list of the most commonly worshipped Orishas within Santería Each Orisha has its sacred number and colors, and we’ve also taken the liberty of indicating which Catholic saint is most commonly syncretized with that Orisha
- Orishas – Mythopedia
Each orisha has their own significance for the Yoruba people, though the precise worship and importance of individual orishas varies across Yorubaland The most notable orishas are those connected with fertility—both human and agricultural
- The Ultimate Guide to Yoruba Mythology: Orishas, Legends Spiritual . . .
Discover the rich and powerful world of Yoruba mythology, a spiritual tradition that has shaped cultures across Africa and the diaspora From the supreme creator Olodumare to the mighty Orishas like Sango, Oya, and Olokun, this guide explores their legends, powers, and lasting influence
- Orishas: African Gods – A Friendly . . . - Mythical Encyclopedia
The Orishas are divine spirits that hold significant roles in the Yoruba religion of West Africa and its diaspora, such as Santería and Candomblé They represent a rich tapestry of African spirituality, each having unique attributes and playing distinct roles in mythology
|
|
|