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This page is dedicated to Oshun. It's here for all those seeking guidance and support. I have found her to be a great help when ever life has gotten challenging. Take your time here. Meditate on what your looking for and ask her for help. You might be surprised at the out come. This is truly a place of love, inspiration and creativity. These are all the realm of Oshun. I invite you to be open and you will find direction.
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After a short time, growling bellies and sallow faces began to speak louder than their pride and rebelliousness. They unanimously decided to go to Olodumare and beg for forgiveness in hopes that this would bring rain back to the world. But they had a problem: none of them could reach the distant home of Olodumare. They sent all the birds one by one to attempt the journey but each and every one of them failed, tiring long before reaching the palace of the Lord of Heaven. It began to appear that all hope was lost. Then one day, the peacock, who was in reality Oshn herself, came to offer her services to save the world from this draught. Once again there was general upheaval and laughter as the orishas contemplated the idea of this vain and pampered bird undertaking such a journey. "You might break a nail", said one. But the little peacock persisted and as they had nothing to lose, they agreed to let her try. So the little peacock flew off towards the sun and the palace of Olodumare. She soon tired of the journey, but she kept flying ever higher, determined to reach the Lord of Heaven and to save the world. Going yet higher, her feathers began to become scraggly and black from the withering heat of the sun, and all the feathers were burned from her head, but she kept flying. Finally, through sheer will and determination she arrived at the gates of Olodumare's palace. When Olodumare came upon her she was a pathetic sight, she had lost much of her feathers and the ones that remained were black and scraggly. Her once beautiful form was hunchbacked and her head was bald and covered with burns from flying so close to the sun. The Lord of Heaven took pity on her and brought her to the Palace where she was fed and given water, and her wounds were treated. He asked her why she had made such a perilous journey. She explained the state on earth and went on to tell Olodumare that she had come at risk of her own life so that her children (humanity) might live. When Olodumare looked to the world and to Oshn's plaintive look, it was obvious that everything she had said was true. The Lord of Heaven then turned to the peacock who was now what we call a vulture, saying that her children would be spared from this draught and ordered the rain to begin again. Then Olodumare looked deeply into Oshn's eyes and into her heart, then announced that for all eternity she would be the Messenger of the House of Olodumare and that all would have to respect her as such. From that day forward in this path she became known as Ikol, the messenger of the House of Olodumare. Ikol also is the name for the vulture in Lacum. And from that day the path of Oshn known as Ib Ikol was revered and became associated with her bird, the vulture. The vulture then returned to earth, bringing with her the rain, where she met with great rejoicing. As befits a queen or Iyalodde, she graciously refrained from reminding them of their jibes and abuses as she could see the shame on their faces. This is why, whenever a person is to become initiated as a priest in our religion, no matter which orisha they are having seated in their heads, they must first go to the river and give an account of what they are to do as Oshn is the Messenger of Olodumare. Maferefn Oshn
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??hun is beneficent, generous and very kind. She does, however, have a horrific temper, one which she seldom ever loses but which causes untold destruction whenever she does. Oshun is said to have gone to a drum festival one day and to have fallen in love with the king-dancer Shango, Undergod of lightning & thunder. Since that day, Shango has been married to Oba, Oya, and Oshun, though Oshun is said to be considered his principal wife.
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Iya ti ko leegun, ti ko leje... The mother who has neither bone nor blood. Legends abound about this female force, but she is to be respected on all levels. She is Olodumare's representative to remind of the love that should exist in the universe. Ashe-O Oriki Oshun "Mbe, Mbe ma Yeye" Exist, exist always mother... "Mbe, Mbe L'Oro" Exist, exist always in our tradition. Oshun awuraolu...The spirit of the river, turtle drummer .Serge si elewe roju oniki...Open the path of attraction, mother of salutations. Latojoku awede we mo...Cleansing spirit clean the inside and out. Eni ide ki su omi a san rere...The maker of brass does not pollute the water. Alose k'oju ewuji o san rere... We are entitled to wear the crown that awakens all pleasure. Alode k'oju emuji o san rere... We are entitled to wear the crown that awakens all pleasure. O male odale o san rere...The spirit of the earth that wanders freely. Ashe-O. Iba oshun sekese...Praise to the goddess of mystery Latojoku awde we 'mo...Spirit that cleans me inside out. Iba oshun olodi... Praise to the goddess of the river, Latojoku awede we 'mo...Spirit that cleans me inside out. Iba oshun ibu kole...Praise to the goddess of seduction, Latojoku awede we 'mo...Spirit that cleans me inside out. Yeye kari...Mother of the mirror, Yeye 'jo...Mother of dance, Yeye opo...Mother of abundance, O san rere o...We sing your praise, Ashe-O.
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1. Dance, dance, dance: Dance like you use to dance when you were a little girl- without inhibitions. Go wild and get lost in the music; this will raise your energy as it helps you rise above shyness and hesitation. In Nigeria, Oshun is honored with the Ibo-Osun festival, where the women dance in honor of the goddess, hoping to attract her attention and gain Her favors (be Her favorite). Oshun LOVES to dance too! If Oshun enters the woman's body, the woman dances wildly yet fluidly like the flow of the river (as if she is swimming); she jangles the bracelets and jewelry and experience a strong desire to look at herself in the mirror. 2. Create a safe, sensual environment. Dim all the lights and light a candle. Turn down the music to slow sensual tunes or beating drums. Have a sip of wine and relax. 3. Look at yourself without judgment: Strip off all your clothes and stand in front of a full-length mirror. Try not to criticize yourself! Notice your curves, your coloring, your breast, your butt, and all the area you don't normally look at: armpits, knees, toes and fingertips. If your eyes begin to focus on parts of you tend to judge harshly, find another place to focus. The more you can begin to focus on seeing your most beautiful self, the more beautiful you will become, right before your very eyes. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. By Michael Atwood Mason
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Georgia says:
That this is a good article. I have never heard Oshun described that way. I am learning more and more each day. Thank you for these words Posted June 16, 2011
Elegua85 says:
maferefu ochun maferefu elegua. trust wen i say. im a song of elegua and ochun is no joke. give respect to were
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OF LIFE ABD SENSUALITY AND THE HOLDER OF UNCONDITIONAL SELF LOVE Posted February 25, 2011
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@ Ricka, Hello! Ricka being intiated means that you have mentors. These are the people that brought you into the fold. Maybe you mean you had a ceremony done? In which they identified your tutular Orisha as Oshun? Either way...here is what I recently sent to someone who had the same question more or less.. "I would recommend getting the pumpkin and skipping the candle if money is the issue. One of my old favorites was setting up an altar with a piece of gold colored cloth. Get 1 brass bell. Get a gold or yellow bowl large enough to put the pumpkin (calabaza) in. Spread the cloth somewhere nice. Put it on a table in your home and place the bowl with the pumpkin on top. Pour 5 drops of honey onto the calabaza. Give it its own space. Make it sacred! You can get a nice vase with yellow flowers and put near it too if you like. There is a prayer you can use on the site or you can make up your own. Ring the bell as you pray. Let the calabaza stay there until it begins to disintegrate then throw it outside in the trash. You can do this when you feel the need. There is a prayer above that you can use or make up your own" Feel free to ask if you need more clarity. Hope it helps! Posted November 03, 2010
Kesha says:
I want to know more & learn more about the religion. How do I? My email is aayesu@ymail.com. I am really interested this truly is inspiring & uplifting. Posted January 11, 2010
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i love mother oshun and i alwayys will Posted October 23, 2010
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