Goddess Oshun

 

Yoruba goddess of pleasure, Oshun.

Oshun's worship traveled from West Africa to the New World, where Santerian traditions commemorate her.

She is in charge of all bodies of water as well as all sensuous activities.

Oshun, the patroness of ladies and Witches, is hedonistic in nature, participating in any action that promotes joy and pleasure.

She considers jewelry, fragrances, dance, and seashells to be sacrosanct.

Oshun is shown as a dark-skinned lady with wide hips in most depictions.

Oba and Oya make a triad with her.

~Kiran Atma

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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

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Goddess Oba

 

Oba: River goddess in Yoruba.

Oba is a West African goddess who is mostly revered in Nigeria, but also in Santerian and Yoruba New World traditions.

With Oshun and Oya, she forms a trio.

Oba is the force of flowing water, symbolizing the inevitability of time and existence, as well as energy mobility.

She is the obedient woman who, even when it is undeserved, gives respect and devotion to her husband.

~Kiran Atma

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