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    Oshun - Wikipedia

    • Oshun (also Ọṣun, Ochún, and Oxúm) is the Yoruba orisha associated with love, sexuality, fertility, femininity, water, destiny, divination, purity, and beauty, and the Osun River, and of wealth and prosperity in Voodoo. She is considered the most popular and venerated of the 401 orishas. In the mythology, Oshun was once the queen consort to King Shango of Oyo, … See more

    Mythology

    According to the Ifa Literary Corpus, Oshun was the only female Irunmole (primordial spirit) sent to assist
    Another … See more

    Worship

    Oshun is the divine patroness of the Osun River in Nigeria, which bears her name. The river has its source in Ekiti State in the west of Nigeria and passes through the city of Osogbo, where Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove, … See more

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    Other namesỌ̀ṣun, Ochún, Oxúm
    Venerated inYoruba religion, Dahomey mythology, Vodun, Santería, Candomblé, Haitian Vodou, Dominican Vudú
    AnimalsVulture, peacock
    SymbolsAbẹ̀bẹ̀, gold, bronze, amber, pumpkin, honey, mead, wine, confections, orange
    Ozun

    Ozun is another major Orisha that is distinct from Oṣun, the latter who is also called "Oshun" and "Ochún" in the Santería religion of the Caribbean (Cuba, Puerto Rico and Trinidad) brought over by Yoruba people during the t… See more

    Gallery

    • An Arugba at the Osun-Osogbo festival
    • An Arugba at the Osun-Osogbo festival
    • A wood carving of Oshun by Carybé See more

    Further reading

    • Ajiabde, G. Olusola. Negotiating Performance: Osun in the Verbal and Visual Metaphors, Bayreuth, Working Papers, 2005.
    • Afolabi, Kayode. Osun Osogbo - Sacred People and Sacred Places, Ch… See more

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  1. Ancient Origins
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    Oshun: African Goddess of Love and Sweet Waters

    Dec 25, 2019 · This sacred grove contains 40 shrines, 2 palaces, as well as many sculptures and works of art. Due to its unique status, the Osun-Osongbo …

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    Oshun - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 1, 2021 · Oshun (pronounced O-shan, also given as Osun) is a supernatural entity recognized as both a spirit and a goddess in the Yoruba religion of West …

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      Who is Oshun: The African Goddess Story Unveiled

      Oshun, a revered deity in Yoruba religion, carries a rich history that encompasses her definition, origins, and connection to West African culture. Delving into the essence of Oshun provides insights into the significance she …

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      What does Oshun represent in Yoruba mythology?
      Delving into the essence of Oshun provides insights into the significance she holds within the Yoruba pantheon and the wider African landscape. Oshun, also known as Osun, embodies various aspects of life as an African goddess.

      Who is Oshun: The African Goddess Story Unveiled

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      What are some interesting stories about Oshun's sacred grove?
      There are some interesting tales linked to Oshun’s sacred grove. In one story, villagers from a nearby area were migrating in search of water and settled in along the river near the present town of Osogbo. What the new settlers did not know was that this land belonged to Oshun.

      Oshun: African Goddess of Love and Sweet Waters

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      Who is Oshun in Yoruba religion?
      Within the Yoruba religion, Oshun occupies a prominent position as one of the Orishas, the 401 deities that form the Yoruba pantheon. These divine beings, including Oshun, were sent by Olodumare, the supreme being, to govern and populate the world.

      Who is Oshun: The African Goddess Story Unveiled

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      Where did Oshun come from?
      During the African diaspora, Oshun was brought to the Americas and was subsequently adopted into the pantheons that branched out of the traditional African belief system. Today, Oshun is still honored in Nigeria in the annual ceremony called Ibo-Osun, as well as the 12 day Osun-Osogbo festival in August.

      Oshun: African Goddess of Love and Sweet Waters

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      What does Oshun mean in Candomblé?
      Oshun is worshiped alongside other Afro-Cuban deities, such as Yemaya and Ogún, in the religion known as Santería. In Candomblé, Oshun is worshipped as a powerful and nurturing goddess who is associated with the earth and the cycles of life. She is often invoked for protection, guidance, and healing.

      Osun | The Yoruba Orisha of Water, Fertility and Love - Goddess Gift

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      River-Side Shrine and Sacred Grove Of Osun, Osogbo, Osun State …

    • CNN
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    • oshaeifa.com
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      Oshun (ÒČ™ún): The Yoruba Divinity of Love and Fertility …

      Oshun (ÒĹźun), Orisha venerated in southwestern Nigeria by the Yoruba people, embodies divine femininity. This maternal deity, synonymous with water, purity, fertility, love and sensuality, plays an essential role in the lives and beliefs of …

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      Osun | The Yoruba Orisha of Water, Fertility and Love

      Jan 7, 2024 · Oshun is commonly called the river orisha, or goddess, in the Yoruba tribe and is typically associated with water, purity, fertility, love, and sensuality. She is the youngest orisha and is considered one of the most …