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	Olokun - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Olokun is considered the patron orisa of the descendants of Africans that were carried away during the Maafa, or what is sometimes referred to as the Transatlantic Slave Trade or Middle Passage.
		In the past Lukumi and Santeria worshippers considered these two Orisa to be manifestations of one other, although westerner devotees know now that they are distinct, but kindred energies that were paired together during the Maafa as a way of preserving both Orisa traditions.
		Olokun is worshipped in Benin, Togo and among the Yoruba in Nigeria.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Olokun (1300 words)

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		The number of orisa worshipped by the Yoruba is very large, though they range in importance from those worshipped by only a single descent group in a single town to those whose cult is found throughout the area.
		If a woman prayed to an orisa for a child and her request was granted, the child would probably worship the orisa throughout its life.
		Secondly, there are the regular rituals at the orisa's shrine, and the cycle of these is based on the four-day Yoruba week.[2] Thirdly, there are the annual festivals, much more elaborate affairs involving a large proportion of the population of the town as well as cult members from elsewhere.
	lucy.ukc.ac.uk /YorubaT/yt6.html (11461 words)

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		The part that predominantly dominated the western part of the country called Nigeria in Africa, is numiriously identifies with numerous object of worship, which are known individually and collectively as Orisa(god).Of the numerous orisa worshipped, the majority of the only local importance and that of their worship is confined to that particular community.
		All the orisa of Yoruba are generally acknowledged to be in every case traceable to the human being and the devote of each one can tell who the original human of the orisa was.
		In most areas, the adoption of a family Orisa is due to the certain specific circumstances as for instance, if lightening strike a house, members invite Sango priest to carry out the necessary rites and this might lead to the adoption by the family of the worshipper of Sango.
	www.utexas.edu /conferences/africa/2004/database/fasanya.html (1135 words)

	Oko Link (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Orisa Oko is the Diety of the Farm
		Orisa Oko is infallible and all appeals to him were final.
		Orisa Oko represents the wrath of the earth in the form of barren mothers and starvation due to unfertile soil.
	www.cultural-expressions.com /ifa/orisha/oko2.htm (132 words)

	The Metropolitan Museum of Art - Art and Oracle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Reference is made to orisa Olodumare, who is without shrine, priesthood, or followers and yet is acknowledged as the "High God." It would appear that Olodumare is an expression of the unity and integrity of their universe, despite all its diversity and the existence of malevolent powers.
		Depending on the needs and circumstances of the suppliant, the offering may be to an orisa or to one's personal destiny (ori inu), or to an ancestor or a malevolent spirit, in an acknowledgment of that entity's powers and as a means of petitioning it to bestow or withhold them.
		Finally, there must also be a sacrifice to orisa Esu (also called Elegba), the guardian of the ritual process, who conveys the messages of the gods and other spirits to humankind and carries their sacrifices to the realm of the spirits.
	www.metmuseum.org /explore/oracle/essay4.html (1525 words)

	SAMUEL EBENEZER ELLIOTT a.k.a. Papa Nezer
		Orisa is the fastest growing religion in the United States, according to Henry, who attributed this growth to the presence of large numbers of Cubans and Haitians who had brought with them Santeria and Voodun - their equivalent of Orisa.
		Henry said her appearance with Papa Nezer at Orisa feasts raised some eyebrows, not only because she was a white woman, but because Orisa was practised underground during those days and strangers were not exactly welcome.
		This time she called for a monument to be erected in his memory and for schoolchildren to be taught about the life and work of this man who, she said, contributed to the building of society.
	www.nalis.gov.tt /Biography/bio_PapaNezer_OrisaHealer.htm (1756 words)

	Metroactive Features \| World Congress of Orisa
		Orisa is described as a religious system with a belief in a Supreme Being combined with the acknowledgment of some 400 minor deities with distinct personalities and capable of intervention in different aspects of life.
		"Orisa's origin is in the Yoruba culture of West Africa," explained Nontsizi Adunni Cayou, a professor in the College of Creative Arts at San Francisco State University and host chair for the congress.
		She points out that many Orisa practices are similar to Native American religion, particularly in the veneration of ancestors, the respect for the wisdom of elders, and the belief in religion as a system that encompasses and rules every aspect of life.
	www.metroactive.com /papers/metro/08.07.97/slices-9732.html (612 words)

	Amazon.ca: Books: Finding Soul on the Path of Orisa: A West African Spiritual Tradition (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Orisa is the indigenous earth-centered religion of the Yoruba people of southwestern Nigeria.
		The author's study of Orisa has led to the central tenet of her book: the purpose of life is to live intimately with the sacred by working toward an awareness of the divine in all things, by serving others, and by honoring one's most authentic self.
		Her naming patriarchy and acknowledging the power of men and women alike as balance and being in alignment with the soul on the path of Orisa is at the helm of this timely work of spiritual food.
	www.amazon.ca /exec/obidos/ASIN/1580911498 (942 words)

	Yoruba, Ancient West African Spiritual Tradition
		That was the beginning of my conscious walk with Orisa, Gods that looked like me, like my old great grandmother, her fl face and broad nose, her hanging breasts.
		Raimunda Fonts, Chango Bi Oni Chango was a descendant in Kariocha of Ayai Latuan, who according to her daughter, Minga, brought order to the chaos captivity imposed upon Orisa worship as it had been established by fellow captives in Cuba.
		My understanding of this religion is that through time, study and devotion, Orisa help you become better: mothers, fathers, sisters, friends, citizens; and that through your Orisa-given gifts and talents, you then help the world become a better place.
	www.orisa.blogspot.com (5415 words)

	Africa Update Archives
		The divinities called orisha (orisa) are offspring of Olodumare and are believed to be ministers and functionaries in the universe.
		Dopamu points out that the ancestors and orisa are seen as important sources of inspiration and continue to bear their titles of relationship after death.
		As in orisa, people heavily depend on the ancestors in all aspects of life and they serve as a source and guarantee of the life of the family.
	www.ccsu.edu /Afstudy/supdt99.htm (6123 words)

	ORISA by IYA ARABA AGBAYE
		IFA, the Orisa of Divination, is interchangeable with the name of its original proponent, ORUNMILA (much like the confusion between Christ and Jesus; one being the realm of consciousness, the latter referring to the person).
		Each Orisa resonates in a definitive vibration much like frequencies on a short band radio or colours on the light spectrum.
		As a spiritual metaphor, Orisa is a realm__a dimension or plateau of consciousness one hopes to traverse enroute to one's total spiritual evolution.
	www.angelfire.com /or/oyagama (555 words)

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		Their goal is to bring a deeper knowledge and understanding to Ifa, Orisa and Ancestor worship.
		His objective is unity of Ifa, Olorisas and Egungun priest and priestesses to come together for the sole purpose of upholding the Yoruba tradition.
		This means that a long buried part of their heritage will be revitalized." Chief Dayo credits his success and his religious training to his family, he states, "My grandmother lived with us and was my foundation and a constant source of encouragement and information.
	www.ileorunmila.org (559 words)

	Paradise of Archipelago (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Orisa is the most beautiful island resort in the galaxy, located in the Hue Galaxy.
		Orisa houses many different types of architecture as well as entertainment for your pleasures.
		Orisa is best know for its unforgettable sunset and sunrise, and its remarkable network of bridges connection all the pieces of the Orisa archipelago.
	www.csua.berkeley.edu /~johnkli/ecommerce/island.htm (550 words)

	KEHINDE
		These orisa are prayed to, offered sacrifices and are supplicated, especially in times of distress, illness or misfortune, however all these things are done so as to appease and please the orisa and so prevent such calamity.
		Unlike orisa, witches are human, but it is said they transform into another form, such as a red-beaked bird, when they are performing their witchcraft.
		This "doctor" may serve as intermediary either in summoning the supernatural forces in question or to discover what they demand and who is prompting their harmful demands.
	www.uga.edu /~aflang/YORUBA/PAPERS/KEHINDE.html (1542 words)

	AfricaSpeaks.com - Orisa Sermon for the Ceremonial Opening of the Law Courts of Trinidad and Tobago
		Orisa Sermon for the Ceremonial Opening of the Law Courts of Trinidad and Tobago
		One of the aspirations of an Orisa devotee is to live to a ripe old age and to die peacefully in one's bed surrounded by loving and devoted family members.
		Another Orisa that deals with justice is Ogun, the Owner of iron and all metals, and the Spirit of Technology who clears obstacles in our path.
	www.rastafarispeaks.com /articles/2004/0812.html (1841 words)

	the International Congress of Orisa Tradition and Culture
		The Sixth World Congress of Orisa Tradition and Culture will be hosted in Port of Spain, the capital city of Trinidad during August 15-22 1999.
		The core of this Orisa World is full of substance and knowledge beyond the capacity of any one or group of individual/s.
		It is with great pleasure that the Grand Patron of the Orisa Congress, the Ooniof Ife; the President of the Republic of trinidad and Tobago; and the President and members of the International Steering Committee invite you to join us in this year's Congress.
	www.afrocubaweb.com /OrisaCongress.htm (573 words)

	Women Of Ifa - Home
		Even the Irunmole and Orisa depended on their Ori to accomplish their tasks and assignments.
		I felt this was important to state because traditionally if you are born into a household/lineage that worships Ogun for example, it is expected that you will be initiated into Ogun as well.
		There is no such thing as doing a guardian Orisa reading first to see who owns your head because traditionally it is believed that you are the owner of your own head/Ori is you and you are it. The head controls the body.
	www.apetebii.com /index.php (559 words)

	Untitled Document (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		This paper seeks to move a step further and to explore the function of the actual deities, the Orisa, in the lives of their devotees.
		The acceptance of the Religion, specifically — the appropriation of the Orisa by the devotee is posited to be of utmost significance in the self-identification and development of the Omo Orisa (children of the Orisa).
		The Orisa should be viewed as operating simultaneously on multiple levels - externally, as governing deities, and perhaps most importantly, as internal psychic and spiritual forces residing within the adherents.
	www.utexas.edu /conferences/africa/2004/database/collins.html (341 words)

	IX ORISA OKO (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		by death, and it became the custom in the country that anyone suspected of the evil art should be dragged to Orisa Oko’s cave.
		If the soothsayer found him innocent, he led him forth by the hand, but if he were judged guilty, his head was cut off and thrown to the waiting crowd by the demon Polo, which Orisa Oko kept in the cave.
		What was their dismay to see the head of the supposed “demon” come rolling out of the cave, for the strong man had proved too much for him, and soon reappeared unharmed and triumphant.
	www.sacred-texts.com /afr/yl/yl11.htm (374 words)

	Olokun - Iridis Encyclopedia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		Olokun is considered the patron orisa of the descendents of Africans that were carried away during the Maafa, or what is sometimes referred to as the Trans - Atlantic Slave Trade or Middle Passage.
		However in Africa, Yemoja is the divinity of Ogun River in Nigeria and Olokun is considered teh mother of all bodies of water and as such is considered owner chiefly of the ocean, but all rivers.
		Olokun is worshipped in Benin, Togo, Benin and among the Yoruba in Nigeria.
	www.iridis.com /Olokun (1243 words)

	The Spirit In Between: Protecting Yourself and Your Home from Stray Spirits
		Like Olodumare, the Orisa, and the Egun we are born under the influence or invite the presence of this unseen and vast body of spirits through our spiritual destiny and our conduct on Ile Aiye (Earth).
		But when a person is asked to build or intensify their relationship with an Orisa the person is delivered an Orisa shrine.
		Its not the Orisa, just a symbol of the Orisa.” This statement is true and satisfies the egocentric and xenophobia westerner, but it’s only a partial truth.
	www.rootsandrooted.org /cleanspirit.htm (1837 words)

	Eepa Oya O!: l'Oya Speaks Out
		Legend tells us that no one wants to face Oya in battle for she is as fierce, ruthless, and cunning as any man. She is known to have destroyed towns, villages, uprooted all that was once in its'original state.
		She is not an Orisa to be taken for granted or lightly.
		Even if she is not your Orisa, you are still blessed because you are a child of Olodumare, a child of the Orisa, and your have the ability to contribute something positive to your community or nothing at all.
	www.rootsandrooted.org /oya.htm (1299 words)

	Finding Soul on the Path of Orisa Review (The Cauldron: A Pagan Forum)
		The book is divided into three sections: Basic teachings of the metaphysical underpinnings of the tradition; the ancestors and how to build a relationship with the spirits; and an overview of the tradition's structure.
		This is one individual's relationship to the religion and will not be universally accepted by all the followers of traditions which encompass the worship of Orisa.
		I do not know how much respect she has from fellow practitioners in the Orisa community, but she is, to all appearances, sincere in her beliefs, and confident enough in them to share with others.
	www.ecauldron.com /mg/bkfsotpoo.php (465 words)

	Orisa Plates
		He’s the father of the Orisas and of Humankind;
		Sango is the symbol of Fire, Thunder and Lightening, and is known as one of the greatest warriors of the Yoruba Pantheon; Sango represents Lust and Passion and Control over enemies and obstacles; He’s swift in anger and protects his followers fiercely against attack;
		The diviner among the Orisas` and a symbol of great wisdom; he’s one of the most powerful of the Orisa and is very trusted by Olofi Himself; He’s the patron of all Babalayos, the High Priests of the Yorubas;
	ausetkmt.com /orisaplates.html (425 words)

	Awo Study Center - News Archivec
		She is now the senior Chief in charge of Orisa initiations in the Ile and is responsible for coordination of the initiations into the women's mysteries.
		I was blessed to participate in an Orisa initiation in San Diego on the weekend of October 25th where the birth of Oya, Yemoja and Obatala was supported by lineages from Cuba, Belize, Brazil and Africa.
		Implements of the Orisa are not some magical objects, they are "tools" from which to cultivate the love and desire to preserve that which is "us" as African people, African history and African community.
	www.awostudycenter.com /news_archives.htm (11295 words)

	index (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-12)
		A simplistic explanation of how the Orisa appear in this collection of paintings I would say is: as representations anthropomorphically expressed of the principles that collectively are, the Creative-Spirit or God in his/her many parts.
		The images of the Orisa in the paintings therefore, are humankind-metaphors for both abstract and metaphysical principles, that in action and interrelation offer a key to the understanding of the chaos and creative potential that describes a constantly changing universe.
		In my attempt to visually convey a personal reflection of the Orisa, I have experimented with fragmented-narrative, - the Yoruba aesthetic employed in praise chanting or singing - in the hope that some of the brilliance of traditional Yoruba concepts as I understand them shine forth in the unfamiliar landscape of another country.
	www.galleryesubiyii.com (283 words)

	Beliefnet.com
		In observing how the Orisa tradition is worshipped in the diaspora, it is interesting to note that people, especially in Lukumi receive their initiation to their respective Orisa BEFORE their initiation to Ifa.
		Traditionally and culturally speaking, as far as the Yoruba are concerned, initiation to Ifa was open to all men, regardless of the Orisa on their head.
		The notion that Orumnmila initiated other Irunmole to Ifa is a reflection of the Yoruba cultural practice to initiate men to Ifa before they are initiated to their respective Orisa.
	www.beliefnet.com /boards/message_list.asp?boardID=4614&discussionID=193488 (600 words)

	Osain Ewe Orisa Esu Elegua Lucumi Herbs
		Rasca Barriga Espadea amoena: During the "asianto" (recieving the Orisa), the Iyawo is hit and cleansed with the branches.
		Through spiritual dicsipline, along with Esu, one learns to sense when, and what type of a cleansing is needed.
		There are many types of cleansings that work with different Orisa; we offer this one of many, hoping some of our readers will benefit from this knowledge and Elegguas ashe.
	www.manigua.org /resources/orishas/ewe_eleggua.html (1146 words)

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