Orisha Oko is the Yoruba god of agriculture, fertility, and law. 'Orisha,' is a Yoruba word that means 'god' or 'higher entity.' He is especially revered by the Yoruba people in the western region of Africa as well as the Caribbean and Brazil.
Oko is celebrated on March 22 and Monday is a day to honor him.
Among ancient Egyptian deities, few were as universally beloved and intimately connected to daily life as Bes. This distinctive dwarf-like god, with his fierce yet protective countenance, served as the guardian of households, the protector of children, and the divine embodiment of joy, music, and celebration.
Paganism is a dynamic growing religion but what are the benefits? Becoming a pagan offers its practitioners many benefits.
In this article, we will examine seven benefits that pagans have when compared to other religions. Keep in mind that pagan practices are very diverse and these are general things pagans have in common.
Here’s a list of 7 pagan deities that are gender-fluid, gay, androgynous, or have strong ties to the LGBTQ+ community, along with descriptions of their roles and why they resonate with queer people today:
Arawn (aka Aroun) is the ruler of Annwn, the Otherworld, and is associated with hunting, shape-shifting, and magic. Arawn is known for his fairness, wisdom, and honor, and he plays a prominent role in the Welsh tales collected in the "Mabinogion," particularly in the story of "Pwyll, Prince of Dyfed."
Among ancient Egyptian deities, few were as universally beloved and intimately connected to daily life as Bes. This distinctive dwarf-like god, with his fierce yet protective countenance, served as the guardian of households, the protector of children, and the divine embodiment of joy, music, and celebration.
Anubis has a bad rap. As a death god and Lord of the Afterlife, he is often portrayed in contemporary media as an evil or angry villain. Nothing is further from the truth.
Historically Anubis (Anpu or Inpu) is a much admired god who was seen as both the weigher of the heart (judgement) and the protector of souls (guardian).
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