What Are Shango Colors?

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Shango Color Red and White Region Nigeria, Benin, Latin America Ethnic group Yoruba people, Fon people Personal information

Is Ogun African?

Ogun or Ogoun (Yoruba: Ògún, Portuguese: Ogum, Gu; also spelled Oggun or Ogou; known as Ogún or Ogum in Latin America) is

a spirit

that appears in several African religions. He was the first Ooni of Ife after the demise of Oduduwa. A warrior and a powerful spirit of metal work, as well as of rum and rum-making.

What color is Ogun?

Ogun, Orisha of iron, symbolized by the

color green

and its Haitian vevé.

What is Ogun the god of?

Iron is an abundant element in nature and in West African and African diaspora religions Ogun (who is also known as Oggún, Ogoun, Ogum, Gu, or Ogou) is the

god of iron, metal, and metal work

. In his various manifestations, he is also a warrior and is associated with war, truth, and justice.

Which Orisha color is black?

Orisha Domain Colors
Ogún

Iron, war Black, green, red
Oshosi Hunting Dark blue, amber Osayín Healing, herbs No preference Erinlé Fishing, healing Turquoise, green, coral

Who is Shango favorite wife?

American folklorist William Bascom notes: “

Oya

is the favourite wife of Shango, the only wife who remained true to him until the end, leaving Oyo with him and becoming a deity when he did. She is Goddess of the Niger River, (Odo Oya), but she manifests herself as the strong wind that precedes a thunderstorm.”

What Shango looks like?

As the god of thunder and lightning, Shango has some powerful energy. In artwork he is often depicted with

a double ax on his head

, the symbol of a thunderbolt, or he is depicted as a fierce ram.

How old is Ogun fire force?

Ogun Montgomery Edit Type Third Generation Birth Date March 3rd (Pisces) Age

17
Height 175 cm (5′ 9′′)

Who is the son of Ogun?

Ogun (god of iron) during his lifetime had a son called

Dahunsi

who was equally known by the name Onire.

Who is the African god of fire?


Ogun

. The Yoruba god of fire and patron of blacksmiths, iron, metal weapons and tools, and warfare, Ogun was worshipped in several African religions. His symbols include iron, the dog, and the palm frond.

What god is Sango?

Sango is

the solar and thunder divinity, the lightning god

. His wives were the rivers Awya (the Niger), Oshun, and Obba, who perhaps represented the tornado, the darkness, and the storm clouds.

Who is Ogun and Oshun?

Ogun is

the orisha of iron, metal work, and war

. He is dependable and helps overcome spiritual and psychological obstacles. Ogun is also the only character appearing in all three of “The Brother/Sister Plays.” Oshun is the orisha of sensuality, beauty, and fertility.

What is Ogun state known for?

Ogun State had a total population of 3,751,140 residents as of 2006. Nicknamed the “Gateway to Nigeria”, the state is notable for having

a high concentration of industrial estates

and being a major manufacturing hub in Nigeria.

What Orisha day is Wednesday?

ỌSẸ̀ in Yoruba calendar Day in Gregorian calendar Ọjọ́-Ìṣégun (Day of Victory) Tuesday
Ọjọ́rú

(Day of Confusion & Disruption) Wednesday
Ọjọ́bọ̀ (Day of Arrival) Thursday O̩jó̩-Ẹtì (Day of Postponement & Delay) Friday

What are Yemaya colors?

Yemọja Day 2 February 31 December 8 December 7 September Color Blue and White/Crystal beads Region Yorubaland, Brazil, Cuba Ethnic group Yoruba people,

What is Shango power?

Shango is the deity, orisha whose power is

imaged by thunder and lightning

. As the legendary fourth king of the ancient kingdom of Oyo, Shango’s rule was marked by capricious use of power.

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