ORIXA
An Orisha (also spelled Orisa or Orixa) is a spirit or deity that reflects one of the manifestations of God.
An entity that possesses the capability of reflecting some of the manifestations of the Most High Creator of all things seen & unseen. Yòrùbá Oriṣas (translated "owners of heads") are often described as connections between man and the supernatural. The term is often translated as "deity" or "divinity"
Its a very deep study & powerful spiritual practice to "call on the Orixas" many people worldwide refer to different ancestors & spirits also called "Orishas" through trance, rituals, meditations, dances, prayer & more!
They are worshipped in religions around the world such as Yoruba (Africa), Candomblé (Brazil), Santería (Cuba), and many others. By some counts, there are hundreds of Orishas.
Two of the most famous Orishas include Yemaja (the “Mother of Fish”), Orisha of the Sea and a mother figure for mankind, and Shango, Orisha of thunder and lightning. They are represented in the second and third images on the top row of the image above.
An Orisha (also spelled Orisa or Orixa) is a spirit or deity that reflects one of the manifestations of God.
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