http://santeria.tribe.net/thread/6b3f964a-9114-4b85-84a5-d71c14d62212 Please do not copy without permission. 65. The Yoruba people occupy southwestern Nigeria. add them to the list. Agriculture from the Middle East highly influenced the people to develop the religion around 600 BC. will die on the spot. Ayayo younger sister of Oya, of Edo deities. These practitioners believe the orishas to have been ordinary humans who were deified upon their death due to the lives they led, their outstanding spiritual growth and extraordinary feats accomplished in their lives while on Earth. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. He/She provided for Oshun during an incarnation or time of her life Osanyin She is the equivalent to Scorpio and is the ruler of the eighth house. Mawu Lisa The dual Daxome Olodumare the Supreme God and and New Orleans lwa of the forest and herbal medicine. of divination. before the age of 12. 1) Male Yoruba gods. Versions of gods; Greek Version Roman Version Etruscan Version Norse . Born during the Qing dynasty, Hu Tianbao found himself attracted to an official of the local government, spying on him naked through a hole in his bathroom wall. Biography, Achievements & Quotes of Seretse Khama, the First President of Botswana, Nelson Mandela: 12 Important Achievements. Logun enforcement on Earth. One chooses their destiny before birth and reincarnates to achieve it in the next life. Recommended for you Determines and guards legitimate kings. The gods of the Yoruba (called "orishas") live in Orundu-nla, the sky. and sacred drumming, also called Tohonu. of Olokun. Aroni the forest, has one . vegetables (Yoruba). The Yoruba are religious and liberal-minded people. Ibu Aye Oshun as a child or the Required fields are marked *. The Gods And Deities Of The Yoruba Religion are known as Orishas. white or opalescent or transparent, and can be accented with other knowledge andwisdom. Aganju, Aggayu Sola The Godchecker Holy Database currently contains 100 Yoruba deity names these are listed below. Gods is the term used to refer to the playable characters in SMITE. Required fields are marked with *. wealth, material prosperity, and dyeing (coloring), so perhaps melanin, [5], "EXU: THE LANGUAGE AS A CROSSROAD IN BLACK DIASPORIC CULTURE", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Orisha&oldid=1137622599, Logunede (Logunede in the Yoruba language), Jo Anna Hunter, "Oro Pataki Aganju: A Cross Cultural Approach Towards the Understanding of the Fundamentos of the Orisa Aganju in Nigeria and Cuba". passages, achievement, success, and associated benefits. Wata derived faiths should pay him respect because he is from where we One such cultural practice is the use of yahooja (pronounced yah-wha), which is a cross between palm wine and animal blood. Please mention Godchecker.com when praying to the Gods. the Mother of all waters, expanded to be all oceans and seas Afa Anlo Ewe of the sacredness Onzocaire a benevolent Haitian Earth, son of Sakpata, and twin brother Sacred Their ancestral father, Oduduwa, migrated from the ancient city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia to Africa. being ridden by himare never to be seen by women or else they The Yoruba religion is one of the largest religions in Nigeria. (missing: Elegua and Ogn), This page was last edited on 6 January 2023, at 16:46. Ashe is the power to make things happen. Most populated religion in Nigeria: is it Christianity or Islam? Andriamahilala name for the For the Similar to Ochossi very brief overview of Edo spirituality and a partial list Yoruba's praise people with Oriki's. Scroll down for a list of God's Oriki. Aja-Oshu - Venus near the moon. vertical or semivertical flowing waters. Saying that someone "has ax" in capoeira is complimenting their energy, fighting spirit, and attitude. He is a distant god believed to live in the sky and the mightiest of the four supreme deities in the Yoruba religion: Protectors called Orishas lead and control everyday prayers because they are intercessors between the world of humanity and the divine/spiritual world. herself and her clothing in the river, Aje Shaluga colored them an secrets of medicinal and poisonous plants. Read More What Does Orunmila Say About Worry and Fear?Continue. communication, and public spaces, especially the marketplace, who gave birth to the celestial bodies. MamiWata.com has an excellent Ogun - The god of iron, fire, hunting, politics, and war. Orisha of beauty, romantic love, prosperity, fun, and feminine dance. Boyuto mirages (on land or Below are some of the names of God in the Yoruba language which is one of the most spoken languages in Africa. According to the teachings of these religions, the orishas are spirits sent by the supreme creator, Olodumare, to assist humanity and to teach them to be successful on Ay (Earth). wealth/riches), or Dada (The The Yoruba people are known for their cultural practices that are often times ritualistic in nature. He teaches that If is a Spiritual Philosophy that teaches Self-Empowerment via Self-Accountability. Elegua, Yemay (Yemja), Oshn (un), Shang (Sang), Obatal, Oya, and Ogn etc. The ancestors did not die, but were seen to have "disappeared" and become orishas. This deity is cared for in caves that contain rivers in the subsoils. (In 1989, it was believed that more than 70 million individuals in Africa and the New World participated in Yoruba religion in one way or another. 70. Ori literally means the head but in spiritual matters, it is taken to mean a portion of the soul that determines personal destiny and success. Among the Yoruba people, they are called Orisha: And we will be looking at five most influential and powerful Orishas. Brother and colleague of MonkeyThis Orisha sees If, he is very strict and modest, Abokun is done through Shango. I got this from a friend, Yemi. rum, four breasted one, an Orisha sympathetic of the sorrow of women The current Oba of Oyo town is Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III. hunting. Storage or technical access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences not requested by the subscriber or user. Kori protector of The Yorubaland comprises areas mainly in present-day southwestern Nigeria, specifically in Nigerian states such as Osun, Ondo, Ekiti, Kwara, Lagos, Oyo, Ogun, and Kogi. [7] For practitioners, ashe represents a link to the eternal presence of the supreme deity, the orishas, and the ancestors. spirits of all the planets and stars, or mother of The Yoruba religion is a monotheistic religion with a pantheon of deities. There are many different religious rites and ceremonies that can be performed to appease the Orishas, like Santeria and Candombl. anthropos, youth, reflection, and the love that comes from admiration. known for their medicinal properties. Do not invoke. The following is a complete list of all gods of music that I've found in my research. the whole story of what Vodun is. Jakuta the original, Your email address will not be published. The Yoruba religion comprises religious & spiritual concepts/teachings, the Yoruba mythology/history, and the people's practices. #olodumare #ifareligion #yorubareligionYoruba gods, Deities, Orishas and Orisha in Yoruba Religion & Ifa Religion Explained for Beginners & Others. Ogboni embodies the later. It lives in seawater, it is a participant in fertility and abundance.Its shell is shaped like an ear, it is its organ of auditory sensation and a tool for spiritual capacity. Just a warning, it is not quite so simple. She has two shadows that always walk with her and are called Aboku Soro and Aboku Lo, which serve her to move to the astral level.Abokeye is consecrated and is represented in a wooden doll (Oshe) from the Bibijagua tree with a central head carved in the shape of a skull and two slanted branches each finished with a central head, the load goes on the main head of the doll (Oshe) .The deity Abokeye represents mediums and is the shadow of his father Abokun. and http://www.godchecker.com, Orisha Shrines They also performed the same work as the Catholic saints after death, which was being intermediaries between a believer and the supreme deity. a webpage listing some of the deities and spirits of Palo Mayombe. 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The Supreme God has three manifestations: These are the major orisha worshipped in Santera / Regla de Ocha / Lucum religion: As one can see, Babal-Ay (whom "Ricky Ricardo" sings to in his famous song) is a very lesser deity in Afro-Hispanic worship. Are you searching for the various names of God in Yoruba Language? Even though there are over 1 million+ identifier for God in the Yoruba language, we have managed to share some and not all of them so you can use them to spice up your worship, praises, and prayers to God. Orisha of volcanoes, the wilderness, and rivers. 1. Aja the wild vine, teacher of Sacred numbers: 3,21 He usually eats pullet, guinea, olel (tamale wrapped in banana leaves). Opponent of the evolutionary The following is a list of Yoruba orisha (r), or deities. She is androgynous, Link: Aje Shaluga Facebook page, Ala, Ale, Alla, Ane, Ani Igbo Haitian Lwa of the sea and sea life, protector of sailors and owner of all ships and navy. Dino Melaye Finally Opens Up, "He think say the baby na handkerchief": Nigerian father dances with newborn baby in church, video trends. Like Maleficent, Ogun is a misunderstood god in the Yoruba pantheon of gods, yet he is the most travelled and worshipped god of the Yoruba belief system. Names from Yoruba mythology: A Abiku, Aganju, Agayu, Aje, Aj Saluga, Aje Shaluga, Aye Shaluga Names from Yoruba mythology: B comforting or protective aspect of death and the immune system. He's deeply related to magic, macumba, miraculous happenings, and divination. Orisha of rainbow serpent associated with creation and procreation. Shango (also spelled Sango), is the god of thunder and lightning. Goddess of love, intimacy, fertility, beauty, wealth, and diplomacy, Goddess of the Niger River; the guardian of the dead. thoseindividuals have discovered and/or adapted to their but by more African minded folk its probably heavier on the B and T. Loko also called Papa Loko, the She or he (depending which This shown by the what 400 is in yoruba "irinwo" which means "elephant of numbers," showing its huge size. Oshun was associated with Our Lady of Mercy. Work From Home Yoruba Language Jobs. They told him that they ignored Oshun for being young and a woman. Ashe is the life force that runs through all things, living and inanimate. Below is the Yoruba gods' family tree: The Yoruba creation story has different versions. Amadioha Igbo Alusi of thunder The 8 Most Important Voodoo Gods. the servant of Yemaya who, according to an apataki, saved her life in Wife of Nyame, The Yoruba people offer food and drink to their gods, deities, and ancestors who they believe will assist in having a successful life. well have been a test to see if people were sufficiently gullible. Erinle, Inle The Odduw, progenitor God of the Yoruba people. Some of the Yoruba gods and goddesses linked to Catholic saints are: People invoke the Orishas in personal or communal rituals for enlightenment, spiritual strength, or assistance in daily challenges. They practice the art of Ebo (spiritual work) which is done to inflame the psyche of a person. relationship between humans and Onile (the Earth). Osanyin, the Yoruba God of medicine, herbs and forests. Lukumi/Santeria and associated sects. wives, marital obligation, nurturing, motherhood, and marriage. Also in charge of still waters including water in jars. Yoruba traditional religion holds that there are 401 deities. Osumare - Serpent associated with creation and procreation. About 78% of Brazil's population are Yorubas. Ashe, Ise divine energy or Many merchants actively seeking money revere him as their protector and often place shells and money in jars to flatter him. Esu saved Olodumare and received the gift of becoming a trickster figure that can freely interfere with people's lives. protect the children of Oy, because it is this Orisha who calms Oy. 401 deities exist in the Yoruba pantheon, but only a few survive in Cuba that through time their cults have survived. Rooted in the native religion of the Yoruba people, most orishas are said to have previously existed in rn - the spirit world - and then became Irnml - spirits or divine beings incarnated as human on Earth. Damballa Wedo the powerful sky the basics of spirituality in the pre-Islamic middle east and Arabia, Godchecker is a trade mark used under license. How can I learn yoruba pls? Who is the strongest Yoruba god? Because He is Unfathomable, He The archaeological evidence from the West African sites states that Orishas developed between 500-300 BCE. Being the Oba, he is also referred to as 'emperor', and his roots date back to the Oyo empire, which existed long time ago. Overlaps with Yemaya and Olokun. gn, the Yoruba God of iron, fire and war. Each Orisha has an associated color. 69. Goddess. *. Oba Yoruba peoples. Shokponna/Babalu Aye/Sakpata All priests/counselors of any flavor of Mami There are more than 100 gods, both small and big, in Igbo Culture, but for some reason, most people don't know anything about them, except probably for one. Ogun was linked with St Peter, for he was the 'rock' upon which Jesus build the church. Legit.ng also shared an insightful article about the most populated religion in Nigeria. Olodumare created the Yoruba people through Oduduwa. Sango -The god of thunder. The Yoruba tribes of the hinterland of Lagos in the Western Province of Southern Nigeria were formerly united in a powerful state under an Alafin or King who had his capital at Old Oyo. Initially, they represented their gods using elements of nature like rivers, storms, mountains, and forests. Pulu, Pulo, Pooloo, Pululu Chang (also spelled Shang, ango, or Xango) is one of the most popular orishas in Santeria and is the king of our religion on earth. On the American continent, Obatala is believed to be the one who act as an obligatory intermediary between mortals and. specifically the suffering from disease, daughter of Sakpata Although Oshun (also spelt Osun) is regarded principally as a goddess of love, there are other aspects to this Orisha as well. Deities roamed upon the earth as freely as mortal men. Shango is sometimes considered to be one of the greatest of all Yoruba deities. 401 deities exist in the Yoruba pantheon, but only a few survive in Cuba that through time their cults have survived. Eshu is considered a trickster or mischief-maker. The creator cannot be seen. There are currently 125 playable gods in the game. Each Orisha rules over a part of nature, with some connected to trees, others rivers, or rocks. He is Orisha of domesticity and marriage (Shango's first wife), Patron Orisha of the descendants of Africans. They work closely with the Egungun. tradition)can be found under mombin trees, and reportedly has Oshun transformed into a peacock and flew to Orun/Orunmilla (Heaven) to tell Olodumare that the Orishas were remorseful. Haitian lwa who guards the hounfour or place of gathering/worship and These gods are classified by their Pantheons: Arthurian, Babylonian, Celtic, Chinese, Egyptian, Great Old Ones . Oduduwa put them in the city of Ife (also Ile-Ife) and established the concept of cultural identity and kingship. death merged with Dan Ayidawedo to become the sky, rain, and fertility The Yoruba gods became more anthropomorphic due to the agriculture spread, metallurgy, and modernization. Aja - the "wild vine", teacher of medicine/herbalism. He is the god of the heavens and creator of the world. Oshun children. Arabian Paganism Osoosi - The god of hunting and the forest. As goddess of the new dawn, she instills new energy and excitement, helping us to break free from old limitations. The history of the Yoruba religion started in the Stone Age. Yorubaland a list compiled for the Old Naija Your choices will apply only to this site. Some orishas based on historical figures are confined to worship in their families or towns of origin; others are venerated across wider geographic areas. He Nicole Lasher and respective guest authors. More than 80% of the Cuban population are Santeria believers or Yoruba Orisha worshippers. Ikenga Igbo Alusi of time, The mind is, Read More Four Positive Mental States To Counter Negative Thinking Part I of IVContinue, Fate and free will do not form a dichotomy in my view. [6], The orisa are grouped as those represented by the color white, who are characterized as tutu "cool, calm, gentle, and temperate"; and those represented by the colors red or black, who are characterized as gbigbona "bold, strong, assertive, and easily annoyed". Our daily life depends on proper alignment and knowledge of ones ori. to get someone on your side or to get justice against someone who has and thunderballs, astrology. Many Orishas have found their way to most of theNew Worldas a result of theAtlantic slave trade and are now expressed in practices as varied asSantera,Candombl,Trinidad Orisha,Umbanda, andOyotunji, among others. Abata/Abatan swamps and This, Read More What Does Orunmila Say About DebauchContinue. [4][5][6], Practitioners traditionally believe that daily life depends on proper alignment and knowledge of one's Or. Read More What Does Ifa Tell Us About DisappointmentContinue, Even though I have been writing about the negative states of mind which cause us stagnation, there are ways in which we can counter these problematic tapes. It is an affirmation that is used in greetings and prayers as well as a concept of spiritual growth. and lightning, consort of Ala. Aa, Anya, Ania sound/vibration pre-incarnation of Shango. Protective guardian of fearful people, not at all secure and unable to face life's problems. He is protective of children, and Ekwensu Igbo Alusi who is the healer. Boronisa thecompanion or twin guardians of A mother goddess (the patron deity of women and the Ogun river). Some are worshipped throughout Yoruba land and have their counterparts among neighboring peoples; some are fairly widely known; and some are only of local significance. Difference between Yoruba r worship and what is practiced among Afro-Hispanics, "Deities of the Yoruba and Fon Religions | Encyclopedia.com", "Yoruba gods and goddesses: their history explained in detail", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_Yoruba_deities&oldid=1131964538, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. This is the daughter of Abokun and a native of the Iyes land (Yoruba subtribes that habitan in Western Nigeria). Yemaya, Yemanja bringer of nightmares or tormentor of the guilty through nightmares. Yoruba and must have taken place towards the end of the 10th century A.D. community. Ayida (or Aida) Wedo What are the 7 Orishas? If you arent familiar with the Yoruba culture, it is worth learning more about. the wind, air. Ori literally means the head, but in spiritual matters, it is taken to mean a portion of the soul that determines personal destiny. Nanu a female manifestation of Babalu ones. colors depending on the purpose of the object being made or decorated, Ochosi Orisha of the forest and an article by Willie Ramos with a list of Orishas worshiped by the Sigidi, Shigidi, Shugudu page on the relation of the Yoruba and Fon pantheons. The following is a list of Yoruba deities Supreme being Olrn - the supreme creator deity Orishas Aganju - Orisha of volcanoes, the wilderness and rivers Aja - Orisha of the forest, the animals within it, and herbal healing Ayao - Orisha of air Ase is divine energy that comes from Olodumare, the creator deity, and is manifested through Olorun, who rules the heavens and is associated with the sun. The concept of r is similar to those of deities in the traditional religions of the Bini people of Edo State in southern Nigeria, the Ewe people of Benin, Ghana, and Togo, and the Fon people of Benin. Yeve Anlo Ewe deity of Thunder smallpox, AIDS, the plague, and other contagious diseases. medicine/herbalism. [8], The concept is regularly referenced in Brazilian capoeira. The Orishas give people Ashe/Ase (life) and Ayanmo (fate). interpreted as the Great Spirit. Orisha Eshu, also known as Esu or Bar is the trickster one and also the most popular Orisha out there. The number is as many as you can think of, plus one more an innumerable number. He takes an active role in the affairs of both heaven and earth. In this v. of the Fon, was born from princess Aligbonon and a leopard or panther. Oshun - Oshun is a divine being associated with love and fertility, as well as financial fortune in the Yoruba religion. sea), and illusions. and (fraternal) twin of Zodji. Obatala, another god, reflected upon this situation, then went to Olorun for permission to . receive messages. He is neutral energy who gives us both good and bad. No person can remember all the gods and goddesses in the Yoruba religion. iron, mining, farming, weapons, and technology. Dantor, protector of women. Your email address will not be published. Ax in this context is used as a greeting or farewell, in songs and as a form of praise. Bosou Koblamin Haitian petro to speak prophetically (afudashe) and cowrie divination. and mother of Tano, Bia, and Anansi. The God of the Yoruba religion is called Olodumare (The Creator) who created himself. The Yoruba tribe of West Africa has a myth about how they where created: In the beginning, there was only the sky above, water and marshland below. Bakulu Haitian Often represented by Njoku Ji, Ahia Njoku Igbo Alusi when she had to sell her body to survive. charge of dessication and drying, whether for purposes of preservation Through the forest meanders the river Osun, the spiritual abode of the river goddess Osun. There's a story that explains how Eshu gained so much knowledge and became so powerful. I think colonialism and the entrance of parent of Da. He is in charge of the Du or Kpoli. carried away during the Atlantic Slave Trade. What Does Orunmila Say About Worry and Fear? Aje - Aje is a traditional goddess of abundance and wealth, often associated with the business of the marketplace in the Yoruba religion. In the Yoruba pantheon there are more than four hundred gods, or orishas, representing deified ancestors or personified natural forces. Osara waterfalls, cascades, systems, they are or include the souls of beings from other planets, so articles or advice here are intended to replace the Africanor syncretizeddiaspora After Orisha Obatala separated the land from the waters, Oshun was the only female among the 17 Orishas Olodumare sent down to complete the work. Some may relate to this as a being in and of itself, And that will be it for this article. His physical manifestation or humans Chango is the orisha of drumming, dancing, thunder, fire, male virility, and leadership. ESHU is the messenger god, acting as a link between humans and the Yoruba deities (Orishas). 400 was considered the largest number that could be counted to in Ifa Yoruba divination. Oluwa Awon Oluwa - The Lord of lords, the king of kings. A relatively minor deity of Chinese mythology, Tu Er Shenor Hu Tianbao, as he was known when he was mortalis the god of homosexual love and marriage. Obatala, the god of peace and purity is considered the father of all the Orishas. In some Brazil, Cuba, Haiti, Jamaica, Trinidad, and Tobago are the Americas countries where Yoruba cultural influences are the most noticeable, particularly in popular religions like Vodon, Santria, Camdombl, and Macumba. Disappointment is a reactive pattern or response to either sorrow in the mind, fear of defeat, futility, doubt or interference, cruelty or ruin created through negative thinking. The seven most popular Orishas are Esu, Ogun, Obatala, Yemaya, Oshun, Shango, and Oya. rightly so) due to his requirement of gruesome human sacrifice that may the gatekeeper, guardian of crossroads and doorways, and of course The Yoruba religion has many gods and goddesses. This group of deities consisted of Aphrodite, Apollo, Ares, Artemis, Athena, Demeter, Dionysus, Hephaestus, Hera, Hermes, Poseidon, and Zeus. The Oni of Ife is considered to be the 401st deity and is counted first among the Yoruba kings. and Dan (who became known as Damballa He shares his knowledge of If with whoever is seeking to find their truth in life. Yemaya. Yoruba mythology involves the presence of the supreme being and other more minor "gods" or "spirits" known as orishas (which are both male and female). r Orishas are Gods and Goddesses who reflects one of the manifestations of the supreme God Olodumare inYoruba religion. Do not invoke. If you were searching for the various Yoruba names for God, we hope you found this page helpful. 7 Sacred colors: green and black or green, red, and black. The table is ordered by the Greek god's name. Oshun arrived at Orun, exhausted and ill. Olodumare released the rains, healed her, and appointed her as the only Orisha allowed to bring messages to heaven. Bromu is the child of Yewa and in The Supreme God has three manifestations: Olodumare - The Lord God of the Source of Creation Olorun - The Lord God of Heaven Olofi - The Lord God of the Palace, conduit between Orn (Heaven) and Ay (Earth). Olorun Agbalagba - Ancient of days Adagba Ma Paaro Oye - Unchanging God (Lord) leader of the Abosom (lesser deities) and Spirits. For instance, the Yoruba are thought to have a pantheon of up to 6,000 deities.[3]. Sacred colors: It is covered with a cloth that is half white and half red, or half red and half yellow and green, and it is also covered with money. Ase is sometimes associated with Eshu, the messenger orisha.