Bibliograph

Orishas, goddesses, and voodoo queens, the divine feminine in the African religious traditions, Lilith Dorsey

Type

Label

Orishas, goddesses, and voodoo queens, the divine feminine in the African religious traditions, Lilith Dorsey

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages [221-]226)

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

no index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Orishas, goddesses, and voodoo queens

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1119609300

Responsibility statement

Lilith Dorsey

Sub title

the divine feminine in the African religious traditions

Summary

"Throughout Africa and beyond in the Diaspora caused by the slave trade, the divine feminine was revered in the forms of goddesses, like the ancient Nana Buluku; water spirits like Yemaya, Oshun, and Mami Wata; and the warrior Oya. The power of these goddesses and spirit beings has taken root in the West. This book shows us how to celebrate and cultivate the traits of these goddesses, drawing upon their strengths to empower our own lives"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Get in touch with the goddesses, the queens, and your own divine self -- Oshun, the river of beauty and love -- Yemaya, the ocean of motherly love -- Oya, the power of the wind -- Nana Buruku, the wisdom of the ancients -- Mami Wata, the mother of wealth -- Erzulie, the sweet waterfall of passion and the storm of love -- Aida Wedo, the shining crown of the rainbow -- La Sirene, the song of destiny, and Ayizan, the priestess of place -- Annie Christmas and Maman Brigitte: new-world strength and confidence -- Marie Laveau and the voodoo queens -- Pomba Gira and Santa Muerte: death and the crossroads

Target audience

adult

Classification