Showing posts with label antiguos. Show all posts
Showing posts with label antiguos. Show all posts

Thursday, January 26, 2023

 The Yoruba people are an ethnic group that is indigenous to Nigeria and Benin in West Africa, as well as Togo. They are known for their rich culture, which includes traditional religion, art, music, and dance. The Yoruba people have a complex pantheon of deities, known as the Orisha, who are believed to control various aspects of life such as health, wealth, and fertility. These Orishas are often associated with natural elements such as rivers and mountains, and are worshiped through a variety of rituals and ceremonies. The Yoruba people have also traditionally practiced a form of divination called Ifa, which is based on interpreting the patterns formed by sacred cowrie shells. Yoruba culture has also greatly influenced other cultures and religions, particularly in the Americas as many of the enslaved Africans taken to the Americas where of Yoruba descent






Thursday, January 19, 2023

african gods believed

 African mythology encompasses a diverse collection of gods, goddesses, and spiritual beliefs from various tribes and cultures on the African continent. These beliefs vary widely, but many involve the worship of a supreme being or creator, as well as lesser deities associated with natural elements such as the sun, moon, and rivers. Ancestors are also often revered and believed to have an influence on the lives of the living. Many African myths also include tales of trickster figures and animals with supernatural abilities. Some notable African gods include Anansi the Spider in Ashanti mythology, Oya in Yoruba mythology, and Mimir in Bantu mythology.