Yoruba goddess

Yemayá (also known as Yemọja or Yemanjá) is a Yoruban river spirit. She is an Orisha, a guiding spirit of the rivers sent to aid humanity. When the Yoruba people were enslaved by colonizers, Yemayá also merged with the Virgin Mary in syncretic practices. in the Americas, the Orishas are the deities of syncretized religions such...

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I've been researching the Yoruba pantheon decided to do a character Study (Digital paint done in Photoshop) of the Orisha (goddess) Oya hope you guys enjoy it Oya Yoruba Pantheon Warrior Goddess of The wind Guardian of the Gates of The Underworld Consort of Shango God of Thunder Ex consort Ogun God of War Abode Orun and Earth

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“Oya’s themes are justice, tradition, zeal and femininity. Her symbols are fire, water and the number 9. A Yoruban mother Goddess and spirit of the river Niger, Oya flowers with us thr…

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"Use your Omi wisely to fend off enemies while mending the wounds of your allies." Yemoja is one of the playable Gods in SMITE. Every river must have its beginning, and that beginning is Yemoja. The Goddess of the Ogun River is mother to the Yoruba pantheon, and from her floodwaters sprang the first mortals. She is the mistress of all rivers and the eternal guardian of the ancient mysteries of life itself. Fishermen and sailors seek her blessings, for she is the protector of all who travel…

This is a quick reference that list the name of the Orisha, attributes, color and special items that they are known for. #oshun #yemaya #oya #oba

Oshun is a revered and beloved deity among the Yoruba people of West Africa. She is the goddess of love, fertility, and sensuality. As a powerful entity in