What are Odus?

Odus function as omens. By itself, the word means path and is associated with the idea of destiny. Therefore, it is something that will govern a particular person in the world from their birth to the end of their life.

Because of this, everyone has their own Odu of origin. They are able to bring about personality defining characteristics, such as the type of intelligence each one possesses and how it behaves in the universe.

In the article some characteristics of 16 Odus will be explored as well as aspects that help in understanding them. Read on to know more.

Understanding the Odus

In general terms, the Odus can be understood as signs. However, the word sign in this context should not be interpreted in exactly the same sense as in the zodiac. Here, it means an archaic register and should be understood as a kind of mark.

Thus, when a person is a daughter of a particular Odu, he will carry all the archetype related to it. Moreover, it is possible to differentiate the Odus from the signs of the zodiac since they are not fixed on a certain date. To know more about how to discover your Odu and their history, continue reading the article.

How to find out your Odu?

Finding out your Odu is quite simple. All you need to do is add up your complete date of birth. Someone who was born on 24/06/1988 will need to add 2+4+6+1+9+8+8 until you can reduce the result to a single digit, 2.

The history of the Odus

The Odus appeared in Africa and are linked to the cult of Ifá, but can also be used in candomblé and interpreted in merindilogum. The word, in turn, has its origin in the Yoruba language and its meaning is destiny.

The myth of the Odus

According to Odu myths, when a certain person deviates from the paths proposed by his sign, things in his life no longer fit together. This happens since he is denying his essence.

Odu number 1 Okanran

Okaran is the first Odu and is associated with the element of fire and ruled by Exu. It is noisy, likes trouble and tends to create it. It has a dangerous temperament and can provide a series of negative surprises.

Around Okaran, everything is variable and changes with an impressive speed. The Odu has the tendency to rebel against authority figures and when it appears negative, it generates lack of control because nothing happens according to the will of the one who has it as a sign.

This section of the article will cover Okaran's characteristics and influences. Read on to learn more.

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Okanran is an Odu ruled by Exu, the guardian orixá of communication. Among its characteristics we can cite a series of reactions that are all too human, and its image, for the faithful of Umbanda and Candomblé, represents protection, justice, patience and strength.

In general, the personality of those ruled by Exu is disciplined and very protective, just like the orixá, who is seen as the guardian of those who worship him.

Element

Okaran is connected to the element of fire. Because of this, it is an Odu associated with movement, turmoil and explosive tempers. Therefore, it can become very dangerous and can surprise in an unpleasant way the people around you.

In addition, the presence of the element also makes him someone explosive, but who sometimes adopts justified postures. In love, fire ensures that those ruled by Okaran are very seductive and inconstant.

Positive

Those ruled by Okaran tend to be lucky in business. Much of this is linked to his mistrust, which causes him not to get involved in any kind of transaction or partnership without first evaluating the risks very well.

Negative

Among the negative aspects of Okaran is extremism. Its involvements are quick, untimely and everything around those ruled by this Odu changes at an impressive speed. It can be associated with the idea of insubordination and rebellion.

Odu number 2 Ejiokô

The apparent calm of the waters of Ejiokô is interrupted by its constant doubts and uncertainties. This Odu has erratic and changeable thinking, which is reflected in the attitudes of those who are governed by its sign.

In addition, Ejiokô is questioning. Because of this characteristic, it has a propensity to argue, either beneficially for those involved or destructively. Therefore, it indicates confusion and complications on the way.

This is an Odu of strong personality, goals and a lot of sincerity. To know more about it, continue reading this article. The next section is dedicated only to Ejiokô and its general characteristics.

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Ejiokô is ruled by Ibeji and Obá. The former, in Yoruba mythology, is the protector of the twins Taiwo and Kehide. According to African beliefs, Kehnide sent Taiwo to oversee the world because he was born first and is the eldest.

Obá is the first wife of Xangô. She is a warrior who wears red and white and carries a bow and arrow. She is considered the lady of the Elecô Society.

Element

Ejiokô is ruled by the element of Water. Rituals dedicated to this Odu should always be done at the edge of a river or waterfall. Also, due to its association with water, its calmness is only apparent.

The fluidity of the element makes Ejiokô and those who have it as a sign are always in doubt about all areas of their life. It is a questioning Odu.

Positive

Those ruled by Ejiokô have strong personalities and firm goals in life. In addition, they are frank, sincere and do not accept being treated with falsehood. It is also important to highlight their fighting spirit and propensity to sacrifice.

Negative

Those whose sign is Eijokô are in constant mutation because of their doubts. Their desires change quickly and make fights and complications become part of their routine. They question the affection others give them.

Odu number 3 Eta Ogundá

Etá Ogundá is the third Odu. Known for his fighting ability and will to win, he can achieve his goals, especially when they are associated with work.

However, when it comes to family, Etá Ogundá indicates a series of quarrels and can point to rivalries and betrayals. When negative, the Odu demands caution, as it can override career omens and cause problems in this area.

The main characteristics of Etá Ogundá will be addressed in this section of the article, considering points like its ruling orixá and also its element. Read on to learn more.

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Eta Ogundá is ruled by Oxum, an orixá who reigns over sweet waters. In addition, she is considered the lady of fertility, beauty, sensitivity, money and spiritual wealth.

Broadly speaking, her representation consists of an African woman covered in jewels and gold from head to toe. She is elegant and is sitting by a river holding a golden mirror while nursing a baby.

Element

The element of Eta Ogundá is Water, which is associated with the figure of Oxum. Therefore, this Odu is obstinate, passionate about agitation, struggle and the idea of victory. In general, it tends to creativity and is dedicated to work.

In discussion contexts, Eta Ogundá calls for caution because it is indicative of quarrels, arguments and disorder. It also suggests a number of intense rivalries and possible betrayals.

Positive

Winning situations are the positive point of Eta Ogundá, especially when talking about discussions. In addition, its characteristics of productivity and achievement can also be pointed out as very beneficial for its ruled.

Negative

When negative, this Odu indicates difficulties in business and work. In addition, it speaks about the emergence of a series of difficult situations, which will need a lot of effort to be resolved due to the various obstacles generated for those ruled.

Odu number 4 Irossun

Irossun is an Odu that indicates generous people. In addition, its rulers have a keen intuition and a strong connection with its mystical and spiritual aspects. In general, they are people given to manual work and can be successful in areas such as sales.

However, Irossun has serious tendencies to suffer from betrayals in his life, especially love affairs. He can also end up suffering from accidents and become the target of enemies' envy, being constantly slandered.

This is an Odu very much associated with the feminine due to one of its rulers, Iemanjá. To learn more about it, keep reading.

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Irossun is ruled by Iemanjá and Eguns. The first is a female orixá and considered the mother of all other orixás, besides being responsible for deciding the fate of all people who enter the sea.

Eguns, in turn, talks about an evolved spirit, considered as illuminated, which can be associated to the family. However, it can have a negative meaning and also represent an obsessive spirit.

Element

The element of this Odu is Water, so it generates people who are intuitive, mystical, generous and very sincere. It is also worth mentioning that these people have dangerous minds and therefore always need to figure out what to do.

They tend to cause the envy of their enemies and are therefore constantly the victims of persecution and may be slandered frequently. It also speaks of separations and misery, which are usually problems characteristic of eguns.

Positive

Fertility is a positive aspect of this Odu and it also connects with the idea of work, victory through effort and material conquest. About the latter, it is worth mentioning that it may have low monetary value.

Negative

The negative side of Irossun addresses slander, accident risks, and points to the fact that men should be avoided, as well as women who tend to talk too much. It can also indicate the receipt of bad news and illness.

Odu number 5 Oxê

Oxê is ruled by Oxum and Water, so, those who have this Odu as sign, in general, are calm and have objectivity as one of their outstanding characteristics. Besides, their serenity helps in solving complex situations.

Therefore, the knowledge of this virtue is essential for these people. This is because it can be used for them to achieve their practical goals. However, it is worth noting that Oxê has a negative and vengeful side, especially when he is betrayed by the people he loves. To learn more about this Odu and its characteristics, continue reading this article.

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Oxê has Oxum as its ruling orixá. This is connected with the fact that the Odu was generated at the riverbank and from five mirrors and a yellow cloth. In addition, it is also worth noting the presence of a white flag during the occasion.

It is still interesting to point out that Oxê was conceived without original sin of nature. Due to this, it can be considered the Odu of witchcraft.

Element

Oxê is also associated with the element of Water, so those who have this Odu as sign are sensitive people, linked to fertility, love and peace. They are also very concerned about others and sometimes feel their pain very intensely.

When betrayed, especially by their loves, they become very vengeful, since they have done everything to help and yet have not had their dedication recognized.

Positive

His ability to make profits is one of his main positive characteristics. However, it is also important to mention the transforming and changeable character of Oxê as something beneficial of the Odu, especially for those who know how to take advantage of it wisely.

Negative

The negative aspect of Oxê tends to cause a series of losses and health problems, especially connected to the belly. In addition, in this state the Odu tends to become untruthful and to bring with it degeneration and destruction.

Odu number 6 Obara

Obará is ruled by Xangô and Oxóssi, besides being commanded by Fire. It has a strong association with justice, boldness and the idea of a provider. Those ruled by it tend to be people who conquer the things they desire.

This capacity to win is directly associated with work, and even those who have Obará with the Odu tend to occupy positions related to Justice, such as lawyer or judge, transforming the fulfillment of the law into a duty.

This section of the article will explore more details regarding Obará, as well as its negative and positive points. Read on.

ruling orixá

Obará is ruled by Xangô, the orixá of justice and thunder. He represents virility, daring, violence and justice. Thus, he is responsible for punishing people who lie and commit crimes. Those who are struck by Xangô's lightning are marked by anger.

His other ruler is Oxóssi, who is related to hunting, abundance, sustenance and animals. He is astute, wise and cunning.

Element

The element of Obará is fire, so the people who have this orixá as sign are used to fighting for what they want and generally succeed in conquering their objectives.

In addition, this Odu has great spiritual protection due to fire and a lot of willpower. They need to learn to keep quiet about their personal projects and determine more clearly what it takes to start executing them.

Positive

Obará is an Odu that guarantees spiritual protection. The victory won by those who have it as a sign is linked to this and also to their great will to win through work. They usually work with issues related to the law.

Negative

The negative point of Obara is bad luck in love, so those who have it as a sign should learn not to delude themselves and not to make big demands of their partners because bad luck is on their side.

Odu number 7 Odi

Odi is one of the richest and most prosperous Odus. In addition, due to its association with the orixá Obalauiê, it has a strong connection with healing and the ability to maintain balance in the area of health, both physical and mental.

Thus, those who have Odi as their Odu tend to have faith in life and can multiply their money exactly because of this characteristic and the luck brought by it. Therefore, they are people who have good financial organization and tend to do very well in their career. Next, we will explore some more details about Odi.

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Odi's ruling orixá is Obalauiê, who is associated with healing in all aspects. He is the protector of health and older people, being called whenever it is necessary to remove some kind of illness from people's lives.

In addition, Obalauiê also focuses on the maintenance of mental health and emotional balance. Many people mistakenly associate him with death due to his proximity to Iku.

Element

Odi has Fire as its element, which makes people with this Odu happy, satisfied and very friendly. In addition, they are always looking for success and like abundance, money and sex.

Moreover, their financial life is always organized and they like to improve themselves more and more to have income. Thus, Odi is one of the richest and most prosperous Odus who represents good people.

Positive

Odi people, even when they are not well, prefer not to waste time lamenting, so one of the main characteristics of their positive side is to keep their spirits up, regardless of daily events which do not interfere with this.

Negative

When negatived, Odi brings closed paths and difficulties. In general, it causes a series of failures in married life and career. The destruction of this Odu can be devastating and those who have it as a sign will not be able to fix themselves.

Odu number 8 Ejionile

Ejioníle is connected to the power of the sun, fire and sky, making it one of the hottest Odus. While this brings positive characteristics, such as its ability to stay active all the time, it can also become quite harmful in some scenarios.

Therefore, Ejionile has characteristics that make him irritable and difficult to deal with. Therefore, conflicts are present in the path of those who have this Odu as sign. However, despite his temperament, he tends to keep everything he feels and would never hurt someone because he wants to. Learn more about it by continuing reading this section of the article.

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Ejionile is ruled by the orixá Oxaguiã who has leadership as his outstanding characteristic. His children tend to be proud people who talk more than they should. However, they also turn a lot to family life and are quite calm.

Determination is also a striking characteristic of Oxaguiã, which makes those who are affiliated with him brave, intuitive, unstable and focused on sexuality and romance.

Element

This Odu has fire as its governing element and therefore has a number of dynamic characteristics that drive you to achieve your goals. Seeking what you want is almost an instinct for those ruled by Ejionile.

Moreover, the element also makes this Odu associated with traits like expansion, pride and vanity. It can become vindictive and false when it feels hatred towards someone.

Positive

Willingness to stay active is the main characteristic of those who have Ejionile as their Odu. Besides, their mental agility and will to achieve success can also be highlighted as positive points of their personality.

Negative

Because of his desire to succeed and be recognized, Ejionile can become an Odu linked to envy. However, he tends to keep this feeling hidden from other people and would be unable to harm someone consciously.

Odu number 9 Ossá

Ossá is ruled by Yemanjá and associated with the element of water. Because of these two connections, it is an extremely feminine Odu and related to sorcery and other practices that have historically been attributed to women. In addition, this connection makes Ossá fertile.

People who are connected to Ossá are always on a quest to know themselves better. They like to master the issues that are important to the world and to acquire knowledge in general. However, they need to learn how to use their wisdom. Over the next section of the article we will discuss some characteristics of Ossá. Read on.

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Ossá is ruled by Iemanjá, the mother of all other orixás and queen of the salt waters. She is responsible for deciding the fate of all people who decide to enter the sea and is considered the "Brazilian Aphrodite", since many people in love turn to her for advice. Iemanjá is an orixá linked to the feminine by the idea of motherhood and by her association with fertility.

Element

The element of Ossá is water, which indicates characteristics such as dynamism and the ability to support those around her. It has a connection with witchcraft and feminine practices, such as the ability to give of oneself unconditionally for some greater purpose.

The presence of water also guarantees social expansion and abundance, as well as the ability to realize life projects in general.

Positive

The search for self-knowledge is one of the most positive and striking characteristics of those who have Ossá as sign. Thus, these people want to be informed about the world all the time. But, they need wisdom to manage their gifts correctly.

Negative

The negative influences of egungun will be a constant in the life of those who have Ossá as Odu. Thus, various situations of despair and crying will become part of everyday life. Therefore, they should be aware of the possibility of attracting false friendships.

Odu number 10 Ofun

Ofun is ruled by Oxaluphan and has Water as its element. Due to its association with an elderly orixá, it inherits the characteristics of patience and kindness, being able to always offer help to those in need. This is something that is reflected in the people linked to this Odu.

However, such tranquility reveals the need for protection, especially against betrayals that may come from unexpected places. This is why Ofun adopts very elaborate defense mechanisms to protect himself and prevent people who wish to abuse his goodwill from getting close. Read more information about the Odu below.

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Ofun has as ruling orixá Oxalufã, who is very old and walks with some difficulty and hesitation. He is considered the orixá of peace and patience, so all his characteristics are linked to tranquility and calm.

Your children are sweet people who walk and talk slowly. They are generally kind and know which feelings to nurture and which ones will hurt them.

Element

The ruling element of Ofun is Water. This is an indication that he will receive the help he needs to support himself and overcome the obstacles that stand in his way. In a way, this is because people linked to this Odu are not afraid to ask for help when they need it. People influenced by Ofun are honest, intelligent and know how to cultivate good friendships in life.

Positive

The positive side of Ofun is very positive. It is charity oriented and has a lot of patience. They can easily understand your problems and are always willing to take the lead to help those who need their assistance.

Negative

It is important that those influenced by this Odu learn from an early age to beware of betrayals, especially the lives of people close to them. They can generate a series of slanders and even culminate in more serious situations involving authority figures.

Odu number 11 Owarin

Owarin is ruled by Yansã and the element of Fire. When it is positive, this Odu guarantees that people who are connected to it tend to achieve long and lasting emotional relationships, something that is desired by them because Owarin has a strong connection with sexuality and reproduction.

However, when this Odu is negative, it denotes a person who is unable to stay in one place for a long time, which can lead to a series of failures, both in their emotional and financial life. This impatience is linked to their desire to explore their full potential. Learn more about Owarin below.

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Owarin is ruled by Iansã, the commander of lightning. She is one of the wives of Xangô and understood to be one of the most warlike entities. This orixá was syncretized into the Catholic Church and is currently known as Santa Bárbara in that religion.

The other ruler of Owarin is Exu, a messenger between human beings and divinities who has ambivalence as his main characteristic, being considered one of the most human orixás.

Element

Owarin is an Odu of the Fire element, which makes it extremely connected to sexuality, but more in the sense of seduction. In addition, its element also gives it obstinate characteristics that reflect in the personality of people connected to Owarin, making them unable to give up their dreams. It is an Odu considered feminine and also connected to reproduction, whichcalls for attention to the uterus.

Positive

One of the most positive points of Owarin is the way it views love. Therefore, those who are connected to this Odu have the tendency to win relationships that are long, prosperous and lasting, something that they desire.

Negative

Generally the connection with Owarin makes people fickle and susceptible to bad influences. Also, their haste and desire to have everything at once makes them unable to stay in one place for long.

Odu number 12 Ejilaxeborá

The ruling orixá of Ejilaxeborá is Xangô and his influence in this Odu is quite great. Xangô is the representation of the need for justice and has direct connection with the idea of finding the joy of living. Also, his characteristics are excessively masculine.

This justifies the idea of conflict present in Ejilaxeborá and justifies the arrogance that the Odu may end up presenting at some points in his life. Thus, it is worth mentioning that opposition is a striking feature of Ejilaxeborá and responsible for conflicts marked by duality. Below, more characteristics of this Odu will be explored. Continue reading.

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Ejilaxeborá is ruled by Xangô, who is the orixá of justice, virility, thunder and fire. He is also associated with the figure of a warrior, a witch and a tyrant king. In general terms, he represents the need to find the joy of living.

It is possible to affirm that this is a very masculine orixá, which exalts the beauty of this sex, as well as its intelligence and passion.

Element

Ejilaxeborá is an Odu associated with Fire. This makes it associated with two forces that come into conflict. The result of the dispute, in turn, always tends to the stronger side. Its connection with the opposition is strong.

Expresses the idea of exchange between two people, and may be linked to marriage, pacts, agreements or any other commitment that presupposes a contract between two parties.

Positive

The outstanding positive characteristic of Ejilaxeborá is its sense of justice. This resonates in the personality of the people linked to the Odu and makes them achieve their victories only admirably and by giving their best.

Negative

The negative side of Ejilaxeborá is expressed by its arrogance. Due to its various qualities, people connected to this Odu can end up putting themselves above others. Also, they need to be careful about jealousy in their relationships.

Odu number 13 Ejiologbon

Ejiologbon has two rulers: Nanã and Obaluaê. Therefore, his association with older people and wisdom is very strong. Moreover, the Odu has Earth as an element, which makes him able to carry out his plans and has good communication skills.

However, people associated with Ejiologbon are stubborn, so they only do what they want and when they want, and this is one of their most negative characteristics among their many qualities. The next section of the article will go into more detail about this Odu. Keep reading.

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Ejiologbon is ruled by Nanã and Obaluaê. The first orixá is connected with wisdom and with still waters. Normally the figure of Nanã is associated with that of an elderly woman and because of this she is affectionately called a grandmother in Afro-Brazilian religions.

About Obaluaê, it is possible to highlight that this is the orixá focused on healing and protecting the health of older people.

Element

The element of Ejiologbon is the Earth, so this Odu turns to difficult fights and uses his wit and skills to achieve the well-being and fortune he desires. He does well in activities related to communication because of his eloquence.

It is also worth noting that Ejiologbon has a keen intuition and good ability to convince people to do what he wants to accomplish.

Positive

Ejiologbon people are adaptable, so their reasoning power makes them able to adapt to the most diverse places with absurd ease. This is also associated with the incredible communication ability of the Odu.

Negative

Ejiologbon gives those who connect with him a tendency towards melancholy. Therefore, although he has a strong power of accomplishment, it depends on the will of the Odu and if he does not want to do a particular task, he will ignore it altogether.

Odu number 14 Iká

Iká is an Odu very connected to the idea of overcoming. Those who are associated with it learn to deal with life's difficulties in order to overcome them effectively. Moreover, even when they are in the midst of turbulence they prefer to look at them as setbacks.

All of this has a direct connection to the wisdom of Iká, which is ruled by Ewá and Oxumaré. These two orixás have a direct connection to the wisdom and overcoming that is reflected in the personality of those linked to this Odu. The next section of the article will be dedicated to addressing some aspects of Ewá. Read on.

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The rulers of Iká are Ewá and Oxumaré. The former is a symbol of beauty and sensuality and is associated with wisdom due to the fact that she possesses clairvoyance as a gift. It is also worth mentioning her association with purity, of which she is the protector.

Oxumaré, in turn, is the connection between heaven and earth. It is associated with difficulties, but also with overcoming them.

Element

Iká is an Odu of the element Water, something that favors awakening and good surprises. In general, it speaks about the ability to triumph over enemies and to control situations that could be tumultuous. This is linked to the courage of Iká.

Furthermore, the Water gives you the necessary fluidity to succeed in negotiations of many different kinds, whether we are talking about business or affective relationships.

Positive

The positive side of Iká points to a happy life for people who are associated with the Odu. Thus, they tend to gain good friendships throughout life and manage to get through the storms of the road efficiently.

Negative

When Iká is at its most negative, it speaks of powerlessness and tends to bring a lot of strife, revenge, wickedness and aggression into the lives of those associated with it.

Odu number 15 Obeogundá

Obeogundá is directly influenced by Ewá, the goddess of intuition, as well as being ruled by the element Water. However, while wisdom and dynamism are part of his characteristics, he shows resistance to change.

Thus, people who have some association with this Odu tend to face problems with stagnation in their life, especially in the professional field. On the other hand, happiness in love is a very real prospect due to the rulership of Ewá, who is also linked to beauty and sensuality. Some aspects of Obeogundá are discussed below to broaden its meaning.

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Obeogundá is influenced by Ewá, the goddess of intuition and the gift of clairvoyance. She is also associated with the idea of purity and protects people who are chaste. Another interesting point about Ewá is her connection with beauty and sensuality.

It is also possible to affirm that this is an orixá considered feminine and wise, characteristics that are transmitted to those who are connected to him.

Element

The ruling element of Obeogonde is Water, which gives the Odu characteristics such as dynamism, which exists before, but tends to be enhanced by this relationship. Thus, it becomes a very powerful aid. However, this can end up being taken to the side of impulsiveness.

Your relationship with Water still denotes the ability to achieve goals but indicates that your chances of success will not be many.

Positive

Obeogundá brings the chance of happiness in love. However, this does not come without some battles and those linked to the Odu need to battle to stay by the side of their loved one as competition will always be in their way.

Negative

Stagnation is the negative aspect of Obeogundá. In general, it is due to the spoiled characteristic of this Odu, which leads to an inflexibility of opinions even if those ruled by it realize they are wrong. It indicates resistance to change.

Odu number 16 Ejibê or Alafia

Ejibê or Alafiá is a positive Odu and finding its negative aspects is a complex task. People influenced by it have a tendency to always be well with life and progress is a reality on their path.

This happens because Alafiá is ruled by Oxalá and Orumilá, both linked to the divine and the idea of creation. Therefore, its influence makes those linked to this Odu people with a developed spiritual side. And it is exactly this characteristic that will make them able to remain constantly calm. Below, learn more about this Odu.

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Alafiá is ruled by Oxalá and Orumilá. The former is associated with the creation of the world and is the most respected orixá of the religions of African origin. It can also be interpreted as a symbol of peace, being always serene and pacifying.

As far as Orumilá is concerned, he has direct connection with prophecy and divination. Thus, he is considered an orixá very focused on wisdom in general.

Element

The element that rules Alafiá is Air. It is connected to the idea of hesitation in situations that require acting on instinct. It speaks about reveries, dreams and people who are connected to this Odu usually have artistic inclinations, as they are sensitive and affectionate.

In addition, it is worth mentioning that the connection with the Air gives Alafiá feminine characteristics, so that her representation is a bust.

Positive

Purity, without a doubt, is the most positive aspect of Alafiá. Thus, people who are influenced by this Odu tend to spread happiness and peace in all spaces through which they pass, making any environment more harmonious.

Negative

There are not many negative characteristics for Alafiá. However, the Odu demands caution with issues related to progress, which can be interrupted by complacency and cause a decline in life. The way around this is to find the balance point.

What to do when the Odu is negative?

It is possible to state that there is no magic formula to solve problems when an Odu is negative. Moreover, negativity will not be its only characteristic, but a transitory phase and should be treated as such.

However, there are ways to minimize the damage caused by negative Odu by doing a few things to improve your attunement with it. The first of these is to analyze your own behavior, especially in the sense of avoiding constant complaints about the same issue.

These complaints should be put aside especially when they are not followed by actions. Therefore, the way is to change attitudes.