What is oba orisha?

Oba Orisha is a deity or an Orisha in the Yoruba religion. She is believed to be the patron of river and waterways. Her name, Oba means “king” or “queen,” and it is said that she served as the queen of Oyo, an ancient city-state in what is now Nigeria. She is also known as Oba Iroko, or the “queen of the forest,” which is an indication of the important role she plays in the Yoruba religion.

Oba Orisha is often depicted wearing a long flowing white gown and a crown on her head. She carries with her a staff and a bowl of water, and she is believed to be a powerful healer and protector of people who traverse waterways. She is said to have the ability to control the flow of the river and to bring calm to rough waters.

In the Yoruba religion, Oba Orisha is often called upon to help with fertility and childbirth, as well as with the healing of illnesses and diseases related to the water. She is also associated with love and beauty, and some people pray to her for help with romantic matters.

Devotees of the Yoruba religion often make offerings to Oba Orisha, which may include fruits, flowers, and other items that are believed to be pleasing to her. They may also perform rituals and ceremonies to honor her and to ask for her assistance in their lives.