Ọ̀ṣọ́ọ̀sì (Oh-sew-see)

Overview

Ọ̀ṣọ́ọ̀sì is both the Orisa of the Forests and Jungles, as well as the Orisa of Justice and Law. He is spirit of meals, because it is he who provides food. He is associated with lightness, astuteness, wisdom, and craftiness in the hunt. He is the orisa of contemplation, loving the arts and beautiful things. He hunts with a bow and arrow (called an ofá), hunting for good influences and positive energies. Animals sacrificed to Oxóssi rituals are goat, cooked pig, and guinea fowl.

Divine Domains

Animal, Community, Earth, Good, Law (Judgement), Plant, Strength

Divine Symbols & Sigils

Holy Symbol - Drawn bow
Holy Weapon - Longbow
Holy Animal - Dog
Holy Colors - Blue
Holy Mineral - Flint

Divine Classification

Rank 16 Greater Deity

Religions

• Ruvang

Alignment

Lawful Good

Realm

The Silver Mountainside

Honorary & Occupational Titles

"The Hunter of the Orisa" or "Orisa of Justice"

Pronouns

he/him

Ruled Locations

• The Silver Mountainside