Yoruba DeitiesOya
Yoruba DeitiesOya refers to the powerful Orisha in the Yoruba religion who is associated with winds, storms, and the Niger River. She is depicted as a fierce warrior with a sword or a machete, symbolizing her role as a protector and a force of change. Oya is also seen as a guardian of the underworld and the keeper of the gates between life and death. She is often invoked for guidance during times of transition, transformation, and rebirth.