Goddess Oya

 



Oya: Weather goddess of the Yorubas.

Depending on her mood, Oya is the embodiment of wind and storms, ranging from calm breezes to hurricanes.

She is a staunch advocate for women's rights in the face of war and poverty.

She is the goddess of transformation and change, and she is often shown wielding a sword or machete to sever the past and create room for the future.

Oya is also a goddess of commerce, bringing prosperity and success to markets and retail establishments.


~Kiran Atma