Oya / Iansã

Personality

Oya, also known as Iansã, is the Orixá of winds, storms, and radical transformation. The most feared warrior in the African pantheon, she alone confronts the spirits of the dead without fear. Passionate, impetuous, and independent, she governs winds, sudden change, and the passage between life and death.

Domain

Winds, storms, lightning, transformation, death, and rebirth

Zodiac Affinity

Recommended Offerings

Acarajé, honey, red and brown candles, wildflowers, fried yam, beer

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