



AFRICAN MYTHOLOGY
African Pantheon: Yoruba
Orisha of: Home and the Earth
Associated Colors: Brown (Earth Clay)
Also Known As: Mama La Terre, Owner of the House
Onile

Key Info
- Spirit/personification of the Earth
- Protector of the home
- Brings peace to the household
- Brings a grounding presence that connects all living things
Brief Bio
Onile, also known as Owner of the House, Mama Léta, and Mama La Terre, embodies the spirit of the Earth itself. She is the custodian of the Earth and is often invoked when seeking harmony and balance with the natural world. Recognized as a powerful entity overseeing land, property, and everything that the Earth enfolds, Onile is revered as the divinity of home and the grounding force connecting all living beings with the planet. She is deeply associated with the concepts of stability, foundation, and protection, ensuring that the balance of the Earth is maintained. As an Earth deity, rituals and offerings to her typically involve elements from the Earth to enhance the connection and seek her blessings. Onile's influence is perceived in the firmness of the ground beneath our feet and the nurturing embrace of the Earth, which provides sustenance and shelter to all its inhabitants.