lwa of berzerker type warriorship and protector of night travelers. gang or collective Spirit of various beings living in the
Because He is Unfathomable, He
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. mattermore of a phenomenon than a personified being since it is a part
Ashe is the life force that runs through all things, living and inanimate.
This is the daughter of Abokun and a native of the Iyes land (Yoruba subtribes that habitan in Western Nigeria). Sigidi, Shigidi, Shugudu
Da Fon/Daxome sacred serpent
The Orishas attend religious celebrations by possessing believers and making them go into a trance. The Yoruba people are one of the many African tribes that were brought together by Western colonialism. While Yoruba natives might understand and flow fluently while the praise and worship are going on in the church, others who dont fully understand the language might be looking confused. 1) Male Yoruba gods. articles or advice here are intended to replace the
has born children. Adjassou-Linguetor Haitian Rada
Yemaya was linked with the V*irgin Mary, Our Lady of Regla, in Cuba. Ain is the daughter of the Jimaguas Ibeyis family and she was born with the umbilical cord tangled around her neck, she is not a pretty Orisha and she lives covered by beads of all colors. and (fraternal) twin of Zodji. Otin (maybe same as Oti)
of the ancestors. of the Great Unfathomable. Creator of human bodies (represents light, spiritual purity.
Some are Orishas that are more philosophical in nature such as Oshun, the goddess of love and beauty, Oya, the goddess of life and death, and Yemaya, the goddess of the sea. Copyright 1999-2023 Godchecker, Inc. All rights reserved. Oduduwa put them in the city of Ife (also Ile-Ife) and established the concept of cultural identity and kingship. For all media enquiries please contact us here. You are already subscribed to our newsletter! Similar to Ochossi
The Godchecker Holy Database currently contains 100 Yoruba deity names these are listed below. He is
Oftentimes, the Yoruba people offer sacrifices and pray. Apollo kept his Greek name and is known as Phoebus in Roman literature, too. Andriamahilala name for the
Dada growth, newborns, and
Olorun Agbalagba - Ancient of days Adagba Ma Paaro Oye - Unchanging God (Lord) Shango
Odu Ifa The specific destinies
The seven most popular Orishas are Esu, Ogun, Obatala, Yemaya, Oshun, Shango, and Oya. Ayayo younger sister of Oya,
Orunmila teaches us eight ways that we can transform worry and fear of failure. 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. The names can also suffice as some of the names of Jesus in Yoruba too! love/lust. The Yoruba people worship many different primordial deities, including Olodumare, Orunla, and Obatala. Yoruba gods. The Orishas do not always cause trouble for Olodumare and are attentive to their responsibilities. In some
68. Yemoja - mother of life, mother of water, mother of fishes, mother of the Spirits Jakuta (Sango) - judge and fighter against the unjust and wicked, spirit of lightening and thunder, son of fire Olomitutu (Osun) - freshwater spirit, rivers, protector of abused and vulnerable women, female Sexuality Exorcises evil Spirits,
Haitian Lwa of the sea and sea
Njoku Ji, Ahia Njoku Igbo Alusi
Olofi The conduit between Orn (Heaven) and Ay (Earth), Orunmila Orisha of wisdom, divination, destiny and foresight, Ori Personification of ones spiritual intuition and destiny, Aganj Orisha of volcanoes, the wilderness and rivers, Babal Ay Orisha of the Earth and strongly associated with infectious disease and healing, Erinl Orisha of medicine, healing, and comfort, physician to the gods, Trickster, psychopomp and Orisha of crossroads, duality, beginnings, travelers, fertility and death, Ibeji Twin Orisha of vitality and youth, btl Creator of human bodies; Orisha of light, spiritual purity, and moral uprightness, gn Orisha who presides over iron, fire, hunting, politics and war, Omr Divine rainbow serpent associated with creation and procreation, s Orisha of the hunt and forest, ng, also Shango Orisha of thunder and lightning, Sopona Orisha of smallpox, also known as Babalu Aye, Aja Orisha of the forest, the animals within it, and herbal healing, Mawu Creator goddess, associated with the sun and moon, Nana Buluku Androgynous Supreme Creator, b First wife of Shango and Orisha of domesticity and marriage, Olkun Patron Orisha of the descendants of Africans who were carried away during the Atlantic Slave Trade or Middle Passage, un Orisha who presides over love, intimacy, beauty, wealth and diplomacy, ya Orisha of the Niger River; associated with wind, lightning, fertility, fire, and magic, Yemja A mother goddess; patron deity of women, and the Ogun river, Edan [Onile] Orisa Ogboni [Osugbo] Yoruba History, Sango (Shango / Chango) Orisa History Of God Of Thunder, Esu Elegba / Eleggua Extreme Occult Powers Mysterious Statue, 7 Myths About Babalawo And Iyanifa You Should Know, 8 Signs You Are Under A Powerful Love Spell, Cure To Cancer, Bareness, Asthma & Other Uncurable Sickness, How Yemoja (Yemonja / Yemaya) Can Help You Live a Better Life, Opele Ifa Divination History: Opele Divination In My Shrine, ORUNMILA & ORI: Why We Bow Our Head To Orunmila, Reincarnation: How To Remember Your Past Life The Easiest Way, Sex Magick: How To Cast Powerful Spells With Your Sperm & Orgasm, Third Eye: How To Open Your Third Eye Through Darkness. Also known as Brom, it symbolizes the bones of the spirits, habita in the desert and live with Oduduwa.In the cemetery Yew is the one who teaches him the oracle and wisdom, he is his messenger and also his secret. 12 Major Myths about Hector, the Great Trojan Warrior in Greek Mythology, The Boston Massacre: The American Revolution. Earth, son of Sakpata, and twin brother
Fa, Fa Adegun,
Other sources suggest that the number is "as many as you can think of, plus one more an innumerable number". 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. Oshun
Amadioha Igbo Alusi of thunder
the closest the human mind can imagine to it, the hand of the Supreme
cultures. Ozain, Osanyin a
Like humans, orishas may have a preferred color, food, or object. medicine/herbalism. enforcement on Earth. Yemaya. The 8 Most Important Voodoo Gods. Many of his duties in the Yoruba pantheon are carried out by other deities (like Olokun). 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. Our tradition indicates that she is a friend of Oy the goddess of sparkle, and transfers it when it asks for it. Osanyin, the Yoruba God of medicine, herbs and forests. Ori, Ibori each
Odede father of Ochossi, father
serpent of Haitian Vodou, husband of Ayida. Orisha devotees strive to obtain Ashe through iwa-pele or gentle and good character and in turn they experience alignment with the ori, what others might call inner peace and satisfaction with life. Ashe is the power to make things happen. Aje Shalunga is offered brandy and tobacco smoke, but much more than the other Orishas because it demands a lot of credulity in its great power. the first approached to get into the right mind to communicate with any
Patrice Lumumba: Who was he, and what were some of his accomplishments? first woman (who became or merged with the Moon upon her physical
They believe that the Gods and Deities of the Yoruba religion are the most important aspect of their religion. scientifically minded, this could represent the collective parent
similiar to Pandora, but became a guardian after opening the chest. This list is frequently updated we are constantly discovering more names! The table is ordered by the Greek god's name. Accompanies Oya. the nursing and practical care professions. Zaka, Azacca Haitian Lwa of
Gods is the term used to refer to the playable characters in SMITE. Lists Osiris, lord of the dead. Other Orishas are humans who are recognized as deities due to extraordinary feats.
Sacred colors or combination: red and black. hate, envy, and other types of ill will. Olodumare, supreme deity in Yoruba mythology This was before the realm of men was separate from that of the gods. 70. Gran Bois, Ganga Bois Haitian
Oya, is known as the goddess of life and death Oya is seen as a fierce warrior goddess, who rides the storm with her powerful bow. Click below to accept the above or make more detailed choices. perhaps the same as Agive. Maleficent holds a lot in semblance to her . and Dan (who became known as Damballa
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no means a complete list, and different cultures have different names
Olodumare sent them back to earth to apologize to Oshun because only she could complete the work. They are deities, immortals, heroes and mythical beings from ancient mythology, folklore and other tales. arts. Aje - Aje is a traditional goddess of abundance and wealth, often associated with the business of the marketplace in the Yoruba religion. 67. a good idea to ask for their blessing when making floor washes,
betrayed you. The guardians of Oduduw in If are Borom and Brosia. Both are a part of life. Also known as Kpoli. The contribution of Yoruba culture to the history of Nigerians is unique and has a lot of exciting facts. The Mpungo of Palo Mayombe
Also associated with Abassi,
Keep reading to get acquainted with Yoruba mythology, the most mysterious phenomenon of Yoruba culture. Since Christianization, his
Orun the sun or the home of the
Associated in the Americas with
Jakuta the original,
Worldhistoryedu is not responsible for the content of external sites. Although Olorun does not have any sorts of statues or shrines in his name, it is common among the people to give him thanks and blessing for all that he has provided them. parent of Da. Yoruba Gods and Goddesses mesmerize ordinary people and scientists. Orunmila the Deity of
The Oni of Ife is considered to be the 401st deity and is counted first among the Yoruba kings. Some Gods of the Yoruba. Saying that someone "has ax" in capoeira is complimenting their energy, fighting spirit, and attitude. Orishas (singular: orisha)[1] are 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 Cuban, Dominican and Puerto Rican Santera and Brazilian Candombl. the whole story of what Vodun is. Agbe Ouidah master of humans
50+ fashionable Yoruba native dress styles for men and women. They also performed the same work as the Catholic saints after death, which was being intermediaries between a believer and the supreme deity. The creator cannot be seen. Link: Yewa Facebook page. for the Almighty Unfathomable. Lukumi/Santeria and associated sects. 65. Oti name means liquor or
I think colonialism and the entrance of The male Orishas return to Olodumare to confess their failure. Christianity spread massively in the nineteenth century when the Europeans penetrated Nigeria. Oluwa Awon Oluwa - The Lord of lords, the king of kings. Sacred colors: blue and yellow. and pronunciations. She lives in the root of the ceiba, it is said she is the sister of Oy and I accompanied himaa at ceremonies praising her and humming songs along with her like a march. Osanyin
Eshu Elegbara, Elegua, Papa legba
Age barren wastelands, deserts
The Yoruba religion is a monotheistic religion with a pantheon of deities. He loves attending different events and enjoys boxing. Required fields are marked with *. life sucking or vampiric magic. love, with many manifestations including but not limited to Erzulie
(Copyright notice.) embodiment of wisdom and cunning. 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. Goddess. Olorun Awon Olorun - The God of all other gods Kabiyeesi - The King of the world Oba Awon Oba - King of kings Olodumare, Atobiju - The Almighty God Arugbo Ojo - Ancient of days, the beginning and the end. He usually eats pullet, guinea, olel (tamale wrapped in banana leaves). their traditional religion with its 401 gods at Ile-Ife, which became a Holy City and was gradually idealized by them into the centre of creation. the Mother of all waters, expanded to be all oceans and seas
Eshu is considered a trickster or mischief-maker. Orisha of medicine, healing, and comfort, physician to the gods. Orisha of iron, fire, hunting, politics, and war. comforting or protective aspect of death and the immune system. and technological aspects ofOgun. and woods thereon. (represents wind, lightning, fire, and magic) (Shango's third wife). mere mortals, it relates to the world via the Alusi. The Yoruba believe that animals can take off their skin and go about as humans. Dantor, protector of women. forest Orisha and owner of omiero. Orisha of crossroads, duality, beginnings, travellers. Spirits,please contact us to
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No person can remember all the gods and goddesses in the Yoruba religion. The traits of the orishas are documented through oral tradition. cruel to animals. The Yoruba people are known for their cultural practices that are often times ritualistic in nature. There are many different religious rites and ceremonies that can be performed to appease the Orishas, like Santeria and Candombl. That is why ancestor worship (eggun) plays an important role in the Yoruba religion. Boyuto mirages (on land or
but by more African minded folk its probably heavier on the B and T. Loko also called Papa Loko, the
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. Protective guardian of fearful people, not at all secure and unable to face life's problems. Abata/Abatan swamps and
She is always on the defensive, she is very agitated and threatening, she is depicted moving in a whirlwind, or being the whirlwind itself. [1] The Yoruba pantheon was extensive, diverse and was formed by gods and goddess denominated Orishas. She is the owner of the herbs that grow on the banks of the river and of strong secrets that cure diseases. Oya - Scorpio - Pluto/Mars Oya, the goddess of winds and storms. Oduduwa - The god of humans. of divination. fertility and the Earth and possibly Jupiter. charge of dessication and drying, whether for purposes of preservation
Mother of life on Earth, guardian of the seas. One of his children, Lajodogun succeeded him as an Oni. ESHU is the messenger god, acting as a link between humans and the Yoruba deities (Orishas). She usually works in the air and is a sorceress, she also works with Ozain and is a partner of Oronkuin (Ozan female). an ebook about the deities and spirits of Palo Mayombe, Mpungo
of yams. The current Oba of Oyo town is Oba Lamidi Olayiwola Adeyemi III. He was seen as one of the most influential Roman gods and was the son of Jupiter/Zeus. The God of the Yoruba religion is called Olodumare (The Creator) who created himself. ***See Also: God's Names and Meanings (In English) vegetables (Yoruba). Read More What Does Orunmila Say About Worry and Fear?Continue. children. The god Eshu also goes by several other. Orisha of volcanoes, the wilderness, and rivers. Ashe is divine energy that comes from Olodumare, the almighty God and is manifested through Olorun, who rules the heavens and is associated with the sun. Aho-njoku - Ibo Spirit of yams Aina - fire herself. Associated with Ala.
Osumare - Serpent associated with creation and procreation. A mother goddess (the patron deity of women and the Ogun river). food. keeper of fate. Though he is thought of
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Orisha of the Earth (strongly associated with. We hope you enjoyed this post about the various names of God in Yoruba Language. Husband of Ayizan in some regional traditions. And that will be it for this article. they could be viewed by some as other life forms Egungun. death) of various tribes. The Yoruba also believe that Western colonialism is a major contributor to the problems in the world. Haitian lwa who guards the hounfour or place of gathering/worship and
Ikenga Igbo Alusi of time,
Orisha Eshu, also known as Esu or Bar is the trickster one and also the most popular Orisha out there. Husband of Maman Brigitte. Oshuns color is often referred to as Oshun honey, because of its delicate golden color. Shango is sometimes considered to be one of the greatest of all Yoruba deities. Ananagu daughter of Olokun,
Chukwu the Igbo Odinani name
They believe in the primordial deities Olodumare and Orunla. What Does Orunmila Say About Worry and Fear? withered limb. The main elements in worshiping Obatala are rosary beads and white linen. first child of Gbadu. Regina Daniels Husband: All You Need To Know About Him, Oil Refineries In Nigeria: Full List & Locations, Full List Of Cults In Nigeria, History, Colors & Symbols, List Of States In The Niger Delta Region Of Nigeria, Ise Logun ise Poem + Complete English Translation, How to Borrow Airtime Or Data From 9mobile, Top 10 Best Universities To Study Computer Science In Nigeria. Here is another wonderful list of God's Names, now in Yoruba. tradition)can be found under mombin trees, and reportedly has
Yewa, Yeggua, Ewa Queen of the
of Nyawe-Ananu who is also his wife. The high gods of the Yoruba are called Orishas (ancestral spirits or nature gods the Yorubas worship).
. Obalofun lord of speech, the
and sacred drumming, also called Tohonu. Associated more
Atmosphere for many modern adherents. Some may relate to this as a being in and of itself,
At times the trickster brings us wisdom, other times he mixes things up to keep us from becoming stuck in one rut. a battle with Oshun. It represents virginity, and those who have Ayao cannot have a partner or marry. Ayida (or Aida) Wedo
vertical or semivertical flowing waters. 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. Overlaps with Yemaya and Olokun. Ogan war general of the first
Afefe the wind, the messenger
*. The Yoruba religion has many gods and goddesses. owns all plants, master of herbal medicine and magic. Practitioners of traditional Yoruba religion believe in a pantheon of 401 gods (known as Orisha) who govern various aspects of the world and human life. Last modified April 11, 2022, Your email address will not be published. Mombin trees are well
(Oshun Iponda) and Erinle, considered by some to be the patron of GLBT,
She or he (depending which
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. relates to mankind or other physical beings through his emissary
The purpose of their worship was to ensure prosperity for the community. This site is for spirituality and entertainment only. Without the sun, no life could exist, just as life cannot exist without some degree of ashe. loa who is said to grant wishes in exchange for a head of a sheep and a
Here you will find various names that the Yorubas use to represent God during worship, praises, or/and prayers. The number is as many as you can think of, plus one more an innumerable number. Acceptance of these technologies will allow us and our partners to process personal data such as browsing behavior or unique identifications (IDs) on this site. gn, the Yoruba God of iron, fire and war. HCA Florida Healthcare at Home. There are 401 Orishas which is associated with a sacred number. Monkeys are said to be "wise in many things" and have great powers. The storage or technical access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes. Some, such as Elegba, rule over roads and paths or crossroads. PRN Speech Pathologist Home Health Abokun and Abokeye always go togetheraaGoing to Eggun Ni Shang ("horses" that is, the people that Shang uses to transport himself to earth). Orisha of the forest, the animals, and herbal healing. Oshun transformed into a peacock and flew to Orun/Orunmilla (Heaven) to tell Olodumare that the Orishas were remorseful. Olodumare (The Creator), Olorun (The Sky God), and Olofi (The Supreme God). Shango has so much power that his footsteps can cause earthquakes. add them to the list. The Yoruba people occupy southwestern Nigeria. Names from Yoruba mythology: A Abiku, Aganju, Agayu, Aje, Aj Saluga, Aje Shaluga, Aye Shaluga Names from Yoruba mythology: B Fa Aeidegun Fon master of destiny,
His physical manifestation or humans
When one is possessed, they speak and behave as though they were the Orisha. Ashe represents a link to the eternal presence of the supreme deity, the Orishas and the ancestors. Ashe, Ise divine energy or
Oko - the god of Agriculture. Creator of Earth. Brise Haitian lwa of the hills
We're a team of experienced content creators in Nigeria who help to keep this website updated with valuable and verified information.View Author posts. Each one of us is born with a goal, a reason and a destiny in life, but these are altered in the course of our life and the Orishas are the ones who order these purposes when they are affected. Eshu, the trickster orisha (Yoruba gods) of the Yoruba people of Western Africa, is the mischievous divinity well-known in Yoruba mythology. The history of the Yoruba religion started in the Stone Age. wealth/riches), or Dada (The
He will always appear with Oshun, the Orisha of love and peace. The people who resisted all-conquering . Aganju, Aggayu Sola
Bakulu Haitian
passages, achievement, success, and associated benefits. religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 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. Earth Mother Goddess. (missing: Elegba and Oshosi), Elegba, Yemay (Yemja), Osn, Shang (Sang), Obatal, Oya, and Oshoshi. Are you searching for the various names of God in Yoruba Language? 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. In many aspects, their practices can be compared to that of other nearby tribes that share the same religious beliefs. [2], The orishas found their way to most of the New World as a result of the Atlantic slave trade and are now expressed in practices as varied as Santera, Candombl, Trinidad Orisha, Umbanda, and Oyotunji, among others.