What is olokun orisha?

Olokun is an Orisha, or deity, in the Yoruba religion of West Africa and the diaspora. Olokun is associated with the deep sea and is often depicted as a mermaid or sea spirit. Olokun is considered the owner of all the riches of the sea and is worshipped for protection and prosperity.

In Yoruba mythology, Olokun is said to live in a palace at the bottom of the sea, surrounded by all the treasures of the ocean. Olokun is believed to have the power to grant wishes and bring abundance to those who worship them.

Many devotees of Olokun make offerings of seafood, shells, and other oceanic items as a way to honor and appease the Orisha. Olokun is also often invoked in rituals for healing and cleansing, as the deep ocean is seen as a source of spiritual power and renewal.

In the Afro-Caribbean religion of Santeria, Olokun is syncretized with the Catholic saint Our Lady of Regla, who is also associated with the sea and healing. Olokun is venerated in Santeria through various ceremonies and rituals that pay homage to the Orisha's power and influence.