Exu, or Eshu, is one of the important spiritual entities in the African Yoruba religion. He then found his way into Brazilian Candomble as one of the Orixas. His domain is that of the divine intermediary and acts as a messenger between mortals and the other Orixas. This made him a guardian of the crossroads... Continue Reading →

Candomblé is one of the Afro-Brazilian religions practiced in South America, especially Brazil, that mixes traditional religions of West Africa from the Yoruba, Bantu, and Fon people brought to South America with Roman Catholic influences, especially the Catholic saints, creating a new syncretic religion. The African diasporic religion developed in the unique cultural melting pot... Continue Reading →

The Orixa Oxumare embodies the infinite cycle of life, wealth, and transformation. As the deity of rainbows and serpents, Oxumaré bridges the heavens and the earth, conveying messages between the orixás and humanity. Learn more about the principles of Candomble here. Day of the Week: His sacred day is Tuesday. Color: Oxumaré's colors are green... Continue Reading →

Iansã, also known as Oyá, is a powerful and revered orixá (deity) in the Afro-Brazilian religion of Candomblé. Iansa embodies the forces of wind, lightning, and storms, and is celebrated for her immense strength, fierce protection, and passionate nature. Here are some key facts about Iansã: Day of the Week: Her sacred day is Wednesday.... Continue Reading →

Oxum is the female Orixá of love and beauty and is the only female Orixá believed to have participated in the creation of the world. She overlaps with many of the other Orixá, with dominion over fresh water, fish, mermaids, and butterflies. She embodies the natural energy of fresh water and is usually invoked close... Continue Reading →

Oxóssi is a male Orixá and is linked with hunting and the forest. As an extension of this, he is also associated with good nutrition and fulfilling your essential needs to live a good life. Oxóssi is known for his strategic planning and thinking and is often called upon when it is time to step... Continue Reading →

Ogum is a male Orixá linked with battle and iron, and he is often depicted with a machete and round shield. He represents the vital energy that is needed to constantly transform to meet new challenges and win battles. Ogum is associated with ideas of evolution, whether that be human evolution, personal transformation, or technological... Continue Reading →

Iemanjá is the female Orixá of the ocean and the most adored Orixá in Brazil. She represents the violence and unpredictability of the ocean, but also its giving and cleansing nature. She is worshipped wherever salt water is. Iemanjá is mother to all and is especially kind to those in need. She is the protector... Continue Reading →

Xangô is considered the patron Orixá of Brazil and he is linked with justice and conquest. He is also the Orixá of the natural elements of lightning and thunder. He is symbolized by the ax. Xango is a conquering warrior who never accepts defeat and is also a vengeful god who represents furious divine justice.... Continue Reading →

Oxalá is an Orixa said to have been created in order to create the world, making him the most important of the Orixás. He is sometimes called the father of mankind. He is usually depicted as a frail old man with an elaborate scepter that he uses as a walking stick. Learn more about Candomble... Continue Reading →