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AFRICAN MYTHOLOGY
African Pantheon: Yoruba
Orisha of: The Rainbow
Associated Colors: Red, Oranga, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet
Oshunmare

Key Info
- Represents the rainbow that connects the heaven to the earth
- Often appears as a rainbow serpent
Brief Bio
In Yoruba mythology, Oshunmare (also known as Ochumaré or Oxumaré in Latin America) is an Orisha (spirit or deity) associated with the rainbow and the serpent. He is seen as a symbol of creation, human procreation, and the connection between the earthly and spiritual realms. Oshunmare is often depicted as a serpent, sometimes with both masculine and feminine features, and is linked to concepts of continuity, permanence, and duality.
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