How Ọ̀ṣun Saved the World
Philosophical Summary
A narrative telling how Ọ̀ṣun used her 'Sweetness' to lure the Orishas back to their duties after they had abandoned humanity. It illustrates the theme of victory through attraction.
Summary
When the Orishas abandoned their duties, Oshun was the only one capable of bringing them back through attraction.
Interpretation
Illustrates the theme of victory through attraction. Oshun represents the 'cool' power that can solve problems where 'hot' power (force) fails.
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English
The Orishas had grown tired of the complaints of humans and retreated into the depths of the forest and the heights of heaven, neglecting their cosmic responsibilities. The world began to fall into chaos. Ogun was the only one left, but he was lost in a rage. Oshun, using her transformative sweetness and the power of her mirrors and honey, entered the spaces where the Orishas had hid. She did not command them; she lured them back with the promise of joy and connection. She successfully restored the cycle of divine interaction with the earth.