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 Obatala Deity in Yoruba Land

Obatala who is otherwise known as "Orisa Nla" is mainly referred to as Orisha of purity, peace and morality. His favourite colour remain white. Orisa Nla's energy is slow, deliberate and calm - he is the standard for human conduct.

Traditional Days of the Orisha in the Yoruba Calendar Explained

The full traditional days of the Orisha in the Yoruba calendar explained. Learn …

Why Obatala Is Considered the Supreme Orisha Among Yoruba Deities

Check out why Obatala is regarded as the apex of all Orisha in Yoruba cosmology.…

Òríkì of Obatala: Full Praise, Meanings, and Spiritual Relevance

Read and Learn about the Òríkì of Obatala, the Yoruba Orisha of purity and justi…

The Clay of Creation: How Obatala Shapes the Fetus in the Womb in Yoruba Belief

Learn about the Yoruba belief that Obatala moulds the fetus in the womb. This in…

Obatala and Justice: Understanding the “Slow but Sure” Judgment in Yoruba Belief

Discover how Obatala represents calm, deliberate justice in Yoruba belief system…

Obatala and Yemowo: Monogamy vs. Polygamy in Yoruba Mythology Explained

Examine the unique “one-wife” tradition of Obatala and Yemowo. This article show…

Powerful Yoruba Proverbs About Obatala and Their Meanings

Learn about the traditional Yoruba proverbs about Obatala, the Orisha of purity …

Obatala and Oduduwa: The Hidden Political Struggle for Ile-Ife in Yoruba History

Examine the complex relationship between Obatala and Oduduwa and their struggle …

Taboos of Obatala Explained: Meaning, Items, and Why They Must Remain Untouched

Learn the meaning behind the taboos of Obatala (Awon Eewo Orisha Obatala) in Yor…

Why Albinos (Àfín) Are Considered Sacred to Obatala in Yoruba Belief – Awon Eni Orisha

Discover why albinos (Àfín, Abuke, Aro) and physically different individuals are…