Ghede Linto is a loa who is known for his ability to perform miracles. He is an old dark-skinned man who is about 5 feet tall. He is often seen with a cane, glasses and an old-fashioned black hat. Linto …
Papa Candelo is a popular Lwa in Dominica with origins that can be traced to the Islands of Hispaniola. According to the Legends, Candelo was an enslaved African who was forced to work on a sugar plantation. He was very …
The use of herbal oils in magical and religious ceremonies is one ancient practice that has progressed to modern times. In Christianity, a commonly used oil is the Holy anointing oil which is used more often during an exorcism. In …
Aggayú Solá is a major Orisha that represents the volcano, the magma and the interior of the Earth. He also represents the immense forces and energies of nature, the force of an earthquake, the force of a tidal wave, the …
Babalú Ayé is a major Orisha and one of the most feared in the Yoruba tradition. He is an orisha of diseases, evils and misery. He is the patron deity of those suffering from smallpox, leprosy and other afflictions of …
Orisha Inle also known as Erinle is the spirit that lives in-between the space where the salty sea meets with fresh river water. In Yoruba dialect, Erinle means: “The food that Earth gives”. This deity is considered as a healer …
Oba is the daughter of Obatala and Shango’s first wife. She represents the loving wife who is willing to sacrifice everything to gain the love of her husband. When her husband got Oshun and Oya as concubine she wasn’t worried …
Ti Jean is a loa who lives in bushes. He is a powerful black magic spirit and a popular vodun in Haiti. He has the ability to dance and walk through fire and whenever he is angry he sets houses …
Kouzen Zaka The god of agriculture and the harvest, making him the patron deity of farmers and fieldworkers. Other names: Kouzen Zaka, Zaca, Cousin Zaca, Azaka Mede, Minis Zaka, Zaka Klib, Zaka Tonné(Zaka Thunder). Patronage: Farms, harvest, fertility, fieldworkers. Family …
DAMBALLAH The Sky Father and the primordial creator of all life. Other names: Damballa, Damballah – Wedo or Danbala Patronage: Damballah-Weddo is a loa of snakes, serpents, water, life and rain. Family Damballa’s wife is Ayida-Weddo, and Erzulie Freda is his concubine. Son of Damballah is Simbi. …