Ọṣun (Oh-soon)
Overview
Ọṣun—the goddess of love, beauty, and fertility—is the youngest Orisa and one of the most adored in the Ruvang religion. According to the patakís (sacred stories of the Hikiri), she was brought into existence by Olodumare, the Supreme Creator, once he realized something crucial was missing after creating the Orisa: sweetness and love. Ọṣun exudes sensuality and all the qualities associated with fresh, flowing river water. Her sparkling charisma can light up a room, and her lush womanly figure suggests fertility and eroticism. Ọṣun's favorite thing to eat is honey, and her contagious laugh can either put you under her spell or send shivers down your spine. Despite her generosity and irresistible charm, this Orisa is also the most dangerous when crossed—Ọṣun is as sweet as honey, but her honey can also turn sour. What’s interesting about this goddess is that beneath her charming beauty and loquacious demeanor, there is a feeling of sadness and loneliness. The patakís say Ọṣun is often heartbroken because she loves with every fiber of her being, and yet she never finds someone who can love her the same way back.Divine Domains
Chaos, Charm (including Captivation, Love, and Lust), Healing, Liberation (including Freedom), Magic, Water (including Rivers and Flowing)
Divine Symbols & Sigils
Holy Symbol - Heart with a water droplet on it
Holy Weapon - none
Holy Animal - Colorful fish
Holy Colors - Gold and White
Holy Mineral - Ruby
