7 African Powers

The Seven African Powers are significant deities in African spirituality, particularly in Santeria and other African diasporic religions. They are often invoked for various needs, including: Obatala: Represents purity, wisdom, and peace. Yemaya: Goddess of the sea, associated with motherhood and fertility. Oshun: Goddess of love, beauty, and fertility. Shango: God of thunder, lightning, and fire, representing power and masculinity. Ogun: God of iron, war, and labor, associated with strength and protection. Eshu: Trickster god and messenger, associated with communication and opportunities. Oya: Goddess of winds and storms, representing change and transformation.