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Oshún is the seductive Orisha of Love, Beauty, Lust, and Fertility.

She is particularly associated with feminine beauty, as well as relationships
between people in general.
Oshún is also associated with rivers, waterfalls, and other sources of fresh
water.

In one tale, story, (Pataki), The Orishas decided that they no longer needed
Olodumare. Olodumare, in response, created a great drought that none of
the Orishas could reverse. To save the parched world, Oshún transformed
into a peacock and ascended to Olodumare’s realm to beg his forgiveness.
Olodumare relented and returned the water to the world, and the peacock
transformed into a vulture.

Oshún is syncretized in the Catholic Religion with Our Lady of Charity, an

aspect of the Virgin Mary focused on hope and survival, particularly in
relation to the sea. Our Lady of Charity is also the patron saint of Cuba,
(La Caridad del Cobre) where Santeria/Religion Lukumi originates.

A peacock feather, fan, mirror, or boat represent Oshún.

Oshún’s color is Yellow and Gold

Oshún’s number is 5 (oche) in The Diloggun.

*****Maferefun Oshún*****Iyalode

Filed under Oshun, Osun, Gold, Iyalode, Yeye, Santeria, Orisha, Yoruba, Cuba,
Afrocuba, Afrocaribbean, Pataki, Lukumi, Ifa

December 8, 2017 67 notes

The Hair of Oshun

Yemaya felt an immense love for her sister Oshún, as it shows us a legend
that Oshun, the beautiful among the beautiful, she was a very rich Queen
who boasted of her splendid figure, their jewelry, her rich clothes and her
silky long hair. She spent long hours looking in the mirror or seeing her face
in the clear waters of the river that bears her name, while she combed and
returned to comb long hair reflected from were her great pride.

Her Kingdom was bloody wars of conquests shaft; Oshun had no choice but
to flee and leave everything. From that moment, great was her poverty and
higher still what happened.

From her magnificent only had one that’s both wash and again wash on the
yellow waters of the River, took that color; She had to sell her jewelry to eat;
and to make matters worse, from suffering her hair fell out. Oshun, the
beautiful among the beautiful, was suddenly single, poor, slave and in the
worst misery. But Oshun was not alone. As all the rivers flow in the sea and
on its background lives the older sister of Oshun, Yemaya, the owner of all
the wealth of the world and the person who loved Oshun greatly on Earth,
until she came the tears and complaints from her sister, swept away by the
river.

Yemaya departed to try to remedy the situation and what would not be
surprise to find her beloved sister destroyed materially and spiritually.

“No llores más, Oshun. Your tears dig into my heart. You were a Queen and
Queen will return to be by the grace of Olofi. Today forward to you will
belong to all the gold that lies in the depths of the Earth; all corals that are at
the bottom of the sea will be yours so you can adorn yourself with them; you
will no longer work as slaves but you will sit on a golden throne and you will
refresh, as befits the Queens, with a range of Peacock, animal that is mine,
but which will become yours from today.

Do and so do not torment you more, look: you see my hair? You remember
that she was my pride, which is the same as yours was for you? Here you
have it. “Make a wig with her so that no one sees you in that State and can
wait with dignity until you grow hair”.

So said Yemaya her beloved sister Oshun, meanwhile, who with tears in her
eyes, cut, in sacrifice, her lush hair.

From that day Oshun always defends the daughters of Yemaya, and Yemaya
Oshun’s. That is the reason for which neither the daughters of Yemaya, nor
those of Oshun should cut much hair.

Yeye O! Yalodde Yeyé Kari! Maferefun Iyami Oshun!

Omío Yemaya Omoloddé! Yemaya Ataramawa! Maferefun Iyami Yemaya!

Filed under Oshun, Yemaya, Osun, Yemanja, Orishas, Orisha, Santeria,

Yoruba, Afrocuba, Afrocaribbean, Pataki, African Traditional Religion, African
Beauty, Candomble, Africa

December 7, 2017 380 notes

divinemoon:

“I am the wind, confide in me”

Oya says:
“Confide in me because I am your warrior Orisha, and I will fight for you
in the name of Justice.
And with my army of egguns, I will be there to defend you.
If I strike with flashes of lightning and wind, even my children who have
committed an injustice, I will not spare.
So trust me, because I know that you believe in me.
I know your heart, your mind, your spirit, and your soul.
 And I’m going to do justice for you”.
Jekua Jey Yansá Oya!
~Iya Olawo Che~

(Source: divinemoon)

Filed under Oya, Yansa, Jekua Jey, yoruba people, Orishas, Santeria,
Afrocuba, Spiritual, Yoruba, African Beauty, Warrior

December 6, 2017 161 notes

Hoodoo Floor Wash for Cleansing and

Uncrossing ~ Recipe

This is a simple wash that can be done to your home to remove any negative
energies that may be lurking in your home or if you have been crossed.

Grab a bowl and use the following herbs:

Basil - Great for protection and cleansings

Rosemary - For a peaceful home

Red pepper - To remove jinxes and crossings from your home

Garlic - To ward off evil

Recommended Reading:

Old Style Conjure: Hoodoo, Rootwork, & Folk Magic

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Filed under Floor Wash, Rootwork, Witchcraft, Santeria, Palo Mayombe,

Spiritual bath, Hoodoo, Folk Magic, Cleansing, protection spell, protecting
home, magic, magick, herbs

December 6, 2017 58 notes

Oya is an Osha and is closely related to Iku, the divinity of death. She
promotes storms, strong or hurricane winds and sparks. Oya lives at the door
of the cemeteries and she represents the intensity of the mournful feelings,
the world of the dead. In nature she is symbolized by the spark. Together
with Eleguá, Orunla and Obatalá she dominates the four winds. She is called
with the sound of the flamboyant pod. Oya represents the reincarnation of
the ancestors, the lack of memory and the feeling of regret in the woman.
Oya’s flag, skirts and cloths carry a combination of all colors except black.

Filed under Oya, Orisha, Santeria, Osha, Obatala, Orunla, Orula, Elegua,
Afrocuba, Iku, Yoruba, Yorubaland, Afrocaribbean, African Traditional Religion

December 5, 2017 46 notes

Yeye, purify us with your sweet waters and honey. May your love and
blessing always reach us and bring to us health, prosperity and protection.

Ase O

Filed under Oshun, Osun, Santeria, African Traditional Religion, osha, Ifa,
Nigeria, Yoruba, Candomble, Afrocuba, afrocaribbean, Brujeria

December 4, 2017 93 notes

Yemaya Queen Goddess of The Oceans.
Yemaya Goddess of The Sea and Salted Waters.
Yemaya Mother of The World.
On the seashore, you wait for me Queen Mother,
Always prepared to cleanse,
Bless and protect me,
My Iya Yemaya.
¡Omío Yemaya Omoloddé!
By: Iya Olawo Che

Filed under Orisha, yemaya, Omolodde, Iyami, Goddess, Oceans, Sea,

Santeria, Yoruba, Nigeria, African Traditional Religion, Cuba, Afrocuba,
Afrocaribbean

December 4, 2017 54 notes

Blessed Day to Chango and his Children!

I surrender to the mysteries of Şhàngó.

You are the owner of the mysteries of thunder and lightning.
You are the master of the Bata drums.
You are the Wrath of God.
You are the lord of immediate enlightenment.
You are the lord of courage, audacity and strength.
You are the owner of the mystery of the rain.
You are the one in charge of doing justice for me,
You are my defender.

Filed under Olodumare, Chango, Shango, Orisha, Santeria, Yoruba, Nigeria,

Africa, african traditional religion, Brujeria, Santa Barbara, Saint Barbara,
Candomble, Bata, Drums

December 4, 2017 31 notes

Felicitations on your Day Saint Barbara! December 4

Prayer to St Barbara

Saint Barbara, your courage is much stronger than the forces of hurricanes
and the power of lightening. Be always by our side so that we, like you, may
face all storms, wars, trials and tribulations with the same fortitude with
which you faced yours. O Beautiful Maiden once imprisoned in a high tower,
protect us from the lightning and fire that rages in the sky and the discord of
war. Keep us alert and protect us from the dangers that surround us. Holy
Mary Mother of Jesus intercessor for us all; we pray to assure receiving of
the Sacraments of Penance and Holy Eucharist at the hour of our death.
Through Jesus Christ Our Lord, Amen

Filed under hoodoo, saint barbara, december 4, orisha, chango, shango,

santeria, yoruba, osha, ifa, brujeria

December 4, 2017 2 notes

2018 Tarot - Year Ahead Reading

What will the new year of 2018 bring to you? A new job, new home? This
Tarot Reading will go in-depth into the year to come for you, pulling a card
for each month of the year and giving you an outlook of what is to be
expected for that month.

An intuitive reading to have before the new year, giving you an insight of the
obstacles, influences and general events that may be to come for 2018.

Find out what 2018 will bring

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Filed under tarot reading, tarot, tarot reader, psychic reading, santeria, orisha,
hoodoo, rootwork, divination, wicca, reading, witchcraft, 2018, 2018 tarot, 2018
tarot reading, same day tarot

December 4, 2017 1,809 notes

oshun67:

The DRUMS Facilitate the calling of the spirits!

December 3, 2017 14,365 notes

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Santera/Cubana elders with their cigars PT. 2

They exude wisdom, youthfulness, and regalness simultaneously.

December 3, 2017 18,440 notes

global-musings:

Candomble festival on the beach

Location: Salvador, Brazil

Photographer: Anne Menke

December 3, 2017 4 notes

Articles Page!
I’ve recently added an Articles page to my blog, on there I will be posting
informational pieces on a variety of topics and will be updating it regularly.
This is for easier access in future reference if you are looking for a specific
article or informational post. Be sure to check it out!

http://divinemoonblog.org/Articles

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Filed under hoodoo, voodoo, vodou, vodoun, santeria, orishas, lwa, osha, ifa,
articles, magic, rootwork

November 30, 2017 227 notes

Learning Hoodoo? Recommended

Books for Beginners
What is Hoodoo?

Hoodoo, which is also known as Rootwork, is Southern folk magic which

blends together practices from many different belief systems such as African,
Native American, Jewish Mysticism and European folk magic. Hoodoo is a
practice, not a religion and it does not tie in with any deity or spirit. Although
some rootworkers may choose to include deities, such as saints or spirits, to
assist them with the work though this is optional.

Hoodoo is all about one’s self-power and using herbs, plants, curios, etc. to
reach a specific Magical goal.

Here are some books I’d recommend for those interested in learning
Hoodoo:

Click Below:

Hoodoo Herb and Root Magic: A Materia Magica of African-American

Conjure
Click Below

The Art of Hoodoo Candle Magic in Rootwork, Conjure, and Spiritual Church
Services

This book isn’t really particular to Hoodo, but it is a compilation of the

Psalms which are used greatly within Rootwork and I would definitely
recommend it!

Click Below

Secrets of the Psalms

Click Below

Old Style Conjure: Hoodoo, Rootwork, & Folk Magic

Click Below

Hoodoo Shrines and Altars: Sacred Spaces in Conjure and Rootwork

I hope to be compiling a much larger list of resources for you guys sometime
in the future. I would consider these books staples to have on your shelf if
you are interested in learning and getting into Rootwork.

Blessings

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Filed under Hoodoo, Rootwork, Conjure, Southern Magic, Folk Magic,

European Folk Magic, Magic, Witchcraft, Candle Magic, Witch, Rootworker,
Divination, Santeria, Vodou, Osha

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