How can I know who is my Orixá?

To know your head Orixá or also which Orixá you are son of, requires some knowledge and studies about the subject to be sure about the classification. There are several ways to reach this conclusion, such as games of cowrie shells, asking your Pai or Mãe de Santo, among others.

These in fact are some ways to discover which is your Orixá, but it is also possible to understand this in other ways and observe is a great way to understand. The Orixás have their special characteristics and different ways of acting.

And their children, in general, inherit many of these behaviors and show themselves extremely similar to their head Orixás. Therefore, this is another way to realize and have the conclusion of this doubt. Are you curious? Keep reading to learn more about the Orixás!

The belief in the Orixás

The Orixás are Gods responsible for representing nature and also for governing the energies that are present throughout the universe. For the religions that worship them, the Orixás are like the Saints for the Catholic Church, for example, the image of Gods capable of achieving the impossible.

In this way, the religions and cultures that worship and celebrate the Orixás see them in very similar ways. However, they have some distinctions among themselves in the way of celebrating them and also of understanding their powers.

The religions, in Brazil, that worship the Orixás are Candomblé and Umbanda, the best known of African matrix and that base their beliefs on the power of these beings of great strength. Check out more details below!

The Orixás in Umbanda

Umbanda is one of the religions that celebrates and worships the Orixás and in Brazil it appeared in 1908. Since the beginning of its practice, it had a mixture of several traditions and religious beliefs, but mainly the ones with African and indigenous matrix and also part of the spiritist philosophy.

For Umbanda, the main deities to be worshiped are the Orixás, besides having the presence of other spirits, such as caboclos, pretos velhos, gypsies and pomba gira, who are known as guides in the religion and are the representation of figures excluded from society, who follow the mission of guiding people who seek help.

The Orixás in Candomblé

Candomblé is considered the most widely known African religion in the world. Depending on the location where it is practiced, the religion undergoes several changes and this is not only in relation to countries, but also occurs the same from one state to another.

The explanation for the differentiation comes from the fact that the religion expanded, especially in Brazil, after the people who practiced Candomblé were brought as slaves. Due to the lack of contact between these peoples, there was no possibility of a creation of standards. But the point in common for all so far is the faith in the power of the Orixás.

The Orixás in Yoruba tradition

The Yoruba tradition is a set of beliefs that was the origin of Candomblé. The Yoruba came mainly from Nigeria and the religion is based on several legends and worships the Orixás, who for them are considered intermediaries between the superior god called Olorum and humanity.

During the colonial and slavery period, the Yoruba tradition ended up crossing the Atlantic and in this process influenced several other religions. Besides Candomblé, it also had a great impact on Santeria, common in Cuba. One of the most important and fundamental points for the religion is the so-called Ifá System, which is an oracle that determines the actions of the Yoruba.

How the Orixás guide us

The impacts that the Orixàs cause with their actions, characteristics and personalities are shown through their children. The regency, in this case, shows how the Orixà will impact the life of a specific person, but will not be only one responsible for this, because each person has three Orixàs responsible for guiding their paths.

In this way, the Orixás are divided in three ways: firstly, the most known head Orixá, or also the frontal Orixá, and then the adjunct Orixá and the ancestral Orixá. Another important detail regarding this issue is that they will always be opposites.

If your head Orixá is female, the adjunct, for example, will be a male Orixá. The ancestral, on the other hand, is formed by a pair, male and female, which shows the search for balance between the forces. But some beliefs do not adopt this form, thus being only one Orixá. Read more about the three ruling Orixás below!

Head Orixá

The head Orixàs are the ones most people know and therefore they are also the main ones. They will be responsible for showing more about the rationality of the person and they have a strong impact on this question because they are very influential about behavior and actions.

Another point that can be attributed to the Orixás de frente is the fact that they can also cause certain impacts in physical matters for their children, the way they express themselves and how people will notice them.

Adjunct Orixá

The adjunct Orixá, on the other hand, has a connection more with the emotional side. He will represent the action and reaction side of the person influenced by him when facing life situations, both good and bad, from stress to joys, like love. The influence of this Orixá even helps the one in front to be a little more balanced.

Therefore, the adjunct Orixá appears mainly in moments in which the one in front ends up going too far in order to search for balance in the situation. In moments of great stress, danger or challenges, this Orixá manifests itself to calm the spirits and bring a little more tranquility to the actions.

Ancestral orixá

The ancestral Orixás are a little more complex than the others and are therefore seen as the most difficult to identify. This is due to the fact that these Orixás are linked to the person's essence and origin and were attributed to him/her in his/her first incarnation.

Due to this, this Orixá will be the one responsible for representing in fact the truest characteristics of the person. Another important point is that he does not pair with the adjunct and front, but has his own pair: one dominant and one recessive.

How to know your Orixá by consultation

There are several ways to find the Orixás that rule us. As it is something important and that must be respected, it is necessary that you have some essential care and that all knowledge necessary for this is sought in reliable sources before starting the search.

For some people it becomes easier to observe their own characteristics, their way of acting and other details, because they come from the Orixás, who have distinct personalities that are expressed by the people ruled by them.

Thus, the Orixás, especially the one in front, presents itself in these details little by little and having the knowledge about the ways of acting and the characteristics of the Orixás in general, you will begin to realize which one is responsible for guiding you. However, other diverse means can facilitate the conclusion of this understanding. See below!

How to know your Orixá in the shells

The cowrie shells are powerful tools to know who your Orixá is. They are the most common way to conclude this understanding. In general, this kind of consultation is done in Candomblé shrines.

For this reason, it is common that the procedure is done in Candomblé centers by your Pai or Mãe de Santo, because they will have the necessary knowledge to understand and interpret the information that will be shown through the shells.

How to know your Orixá in Umbanda

To know your Orixá in Umbanda, the most I recommend is that you start to attend the terreiros and know more about the religion and its practices. That's because during the process and your constant presence in these places, a Pai or Mãe de Santo will be able to observe your energetic presence and so will be able to understand who is your Orixá.

But for this process to be successful, it is necessary that the person is open to know him/herself more deeply and seek for spiritual strengthening. Only then the Pai or Mãe de Santo will be able to understand and show with precision the head Orixá of this person.

How to know your Orixá in Candomblé

In Candomblé, as in Umbanda, it is necessary to have a greater immersion of the person in the belief and that he understands more deeply the aspects of the religion to find his head Orixá.

In the same way, the Mother or Father of saint can see through the shells. But due to the lack of understanding and approximation with the religion, the game can show only the Orixá that is in front of you at the moment you are made, but not necessarily that one is your Father or Mother. That is why it is indicated to seek proximity with the fundamentals and other important points of the religion.

How to know your Orixà by day of the week

Knowing the Orixás requires a greater depth and certain dedication, as pointed out. If you now have in mind which is your head Orixá, but want to understand a little more about what it means, the deeper influences and ways to thank for the way it has been guiding you, there are days dedicated to that.

Each Orixá has a specific day in Umbanda and Candomblé throughout the week. Therefore this can be a good day to give thanks, worship and enjoy being able to dedicate your attention to your head Orixá.

On that specific day you can dedicate your time to light candles and perform works, such as offerings, which will be delivered and dedicated to the Orixás that guide and protect you along your path. See below what are the days of each Orixá and know a little more!

Sunday orisha

Sunday is the day of the week dedicated to the Orixás Nanã, Iori and Ibejadas Children. The first is the oldest among the Orixás, also known for being the wife of Oxalá. On this day, if you want to dedicate a moment to Nanã, you can use the colors that most please her, which are purple and lilac.

The greeting used to worship Nanã is 'Saluba Nanã'. On this day offerings may also be made to thank the Orixá for her care, protection and for guiding you to a better path.

Monday orisha

Monday is the day of Exu, Pomba-gira, Obaluayê, Omulu, Pretos Velhos and afflicted souls. In these moments, those who are governed by Exu, can take a moment to thank and show their gratitude to the messenger of the Orixás.

The greeting given to Exú at these times is 'Laroyê Exú! Kobá Iaro Exú'. His colours are red and black. Work can be done in gratitude for the way this Orixá rules and helps you to follow your path in life. In the terreiros, a few moments can be dedicated during the giras to worship Exú and give thanks for everything that is done for him.

Tuesday orisha

Tuesday is dedicated to Ogum, Oxumaré, Irokô, Boiadeiros and Baianos. Those who are ruled by Ogum, known as the Orixá of war, are restless people who hate routine and can thank the Orixá for the strength it brings to their lives, always in search of change.

The ceremonial greeting to Ogum is 'Ogunhê', his colours are blue and green. On these days the Orixá can be honoured both in the shrines and also offerings can be made by his children to thank him for his commands and actions which bring strength of will into the lives of those ruled by him.

Wednesday orisha

Wednesday is the Feast of Iansã, the lady of the lightning. People ruled by this Orixá are passionate and like to enjoy life that way. This is a good day to offer Iansã gifts as a form of gratitude for her actions in the lives of her children.

She is commemorated on Wednesdays because of her relationship with Xangô, as Saturday can also be considered as a day of Yansã. Therefore, Wednesdays are commemorated with Yansã, Xangô and Obá.

Thursday orisha

Thursday is dedicated to the Orixás Oxóssi, Ossaim, Logunedé, Caboclos and Caboclas. The children of Oxóssi are more introverted and discreet, although they are very firm in their opinions, just like their Father.

On this day it is common to worship the Orixá using the greeting 'Okê arô! Arolê" and his colors, which are green and blue. The children of Oxóssi can dedicate offerings with their favorite foods and ways to please the Orixá and thank him for his deeds and ways to guide them.

Friday orisha

On Friday are celebrated the Orixás Oxalá, Holy Souls and Line of the East, ruled by Xangô. The children of Oxalá on this day, to celebrate the power and strength of this Orixá, should dress in white and it is recommended to avoid using colors such as red and black.

On these days the children of Oxalá can offer offerings and special gifts to give thanks. These people are very similar to the Orixá that rules them, because there is no middle ground: for them it's all or nothing.

Saturday orisha

Saturday is kept for celebrating Iemanjá, queen of the sea and mother of several other Orixás. Her children are usually people who get angry very easily in the face of jealousy and accuse others of ingratitude for their actions.

On the day of worship of this Orixá, it is recommended to wear her colors, silver and white, and make offerings to her to thank for her deeds. For this, the greeting made on the day of commemoration of Iemanjá is 'Odà ìyá!", a way to reinforce the celebration dedicated to the queen of the sea.

How to know the Orixà by your Odu

Discovering the Orixà through the Odu, which, like the signs for the Zodiac, are related to the birthday of each person, can be a way to identify the Orixà that rules you. However, the process is a little different, because unlike what happens with the signs, it is not based on the position of the stars.

In this case, it is noted through a vibration of the numerology of the day of birth of each person. In this way, there are 16 Odus of Ifá in all. And there is a way to calculate and find yours specifically, which is done based on the date of birth.

The calculation is done as follows: a person born on September 12, 1991 must add all these numbers, 1+2+0+9+1+9+1=32. In this case, the number being above 16, it must be added again, 3+2=5, and this will be the number of the Odu of this person. See which Odu your result corresponds to!

Number 1 Okanran

The Odu Okanran is ruled by Exu and as part of its characteristics this person is courageous and fights for what he believes in, defends his ideals whatever it costs to do so. For this person there are no limits of effort to achieve what he wants and believes in and he does not give up until he can achieve his goals.

This relentless temperament to some people may sound aggressive and in fact one must be careful not to overstep the boundaries and become aggressive because this can guarantee these people many enemies along their path.

Number 2 Eji Okô

Eji Okô is an Odu ruled by Ibejí and Obá, although they seem to be calm and very determined, those influenced by it, in general, have a very confused mind, full of thoughts and ideas that get mixed up all the time, which can cause constant insecurities about everything.

But they are generally well loved by the people around them for the way they act, and so they can understand that they are safe to expose their fears and anxieties, because people close to them will be willing to help in any way necessary.

Number 3 Etá Ogundá

Ruled by Ogum, this Odu shows a very fearless person, courageous, full of creativity and above all, extremely obstinate and who wants to achieve their dreams. These are very positive qualities and should be used wisely so that the person does not get lost on the way.

These are very positive ways of seeing life and acting in order to achieve the desired success, just have more control of their actions and be careful, because it is possible that the agitation they have can make them impatient and can end up getting out of control.

Number 4 Irosun

They are ruled by Yemanjá and Eguns, and their characteristics are of calm and serene people, but at the same time they are very objective and decisive with what they want. Due to this characteristic of their personalities, they are people who in general can solve any kind of situation, even the most complicated and demanding.

It is important that they recognize and realize this virtue because it will guide them down a much better path if used wisely and will make these people achieve their goals.

Number 5 Oxé

Oxé is ruled by Oxum and shows a person that has as part of its main characteristics the dedication to others, especially to the people he loves. He does not measure efforts to do whatever is possible to be by the side and help people in his life. They are very supportive and this way of acting is what brings joy to the lives of people around him.

However, in order to remain so, at times, these people need their solitude very much, so that they can reflect, think and put their ideas in place regarding all aspects of their life so that only then can they return to act as they normally are.

Number 6 Obará

Ruled by Xangô and Oxóssi, Obará shows a firm person who is always willing to fight and pursue his dreams and goals. He is a stubborn person who has a lot of strength to run after his goals and achieve them.

As much as they are determined people who seek the realization of what they want for their lives, as for love, they cannot demand too much from their partners, something that can end up happening without them realizing it. Therefore, more care is needed in this area so that they don't end up going beyond and making irreparable mistakes.

Number 7 Odi

Odi is ruled by Obaluaê, people who are influenced by him may not be able to achieve their biggest dreams and live the way they would like to, but even in the face of these disagreements of life, they are not people who get discouraged by anything and start only to whine in the corners for what they would like to have and do not have.

On the contrary, these people are very active and even if nothing goes right, they are always running after it in search of a solution to the problem. Therefore, even if nothing goes as planned, they are not people who get down easily and establish new ways of looking at their plans so that they can go after what they want again.

Number 8 Eji - Onile

Ruled by Oxaguiã, Eji-Onile shows people who have a very agile and intelligent way of thinking. They are very active people who are always looking for the best, including this is shown by the constant search for success and fame. Due to this incessant search, these people can feel envious of people who have achieved the goals so desired by them.

However, this kind of feeling is never externalized and stays in people's minds as a kind of secret that only they have access to. This is due to the fact that even though they have this bad feeling, they are not capable of doing anything bad to other people, because they believe in justice.

Number 9 Ossá

Ossá is ruled by Yemanjá and, therefore, these people seek a lot for self-knowledge and for the wisdom they so much desire regarding all the matters that make up the world.

This, inclusive, is very important for these people to achieve success in their dreams, because they must use this wisdom so sharp to be able to see the situations of your life in another way and understand the needs and the search for the realization of their personal projects.

All of this will come from the vast wisdom of these people, who have a very great capacity to learn and understand how they can modify a situation to make it turn out for the best.

Number 10 Ofun

Ruled by Oxaluphan, Ofun shows people who are more quiet, but at the same time have great courage to accept all the challenges that are proposed and imposed by life.

However, even if they see situations this way, they are people who like to hide behind a mask of someone who complains about everything and who at times can even be somewhat insensitive to others. This is a way adopted by these people to keep away those who are close by out of interest and who can abuse their goodwill and helpfulness.

Number 11 Owanrin

Owanrin is ruled by Exu and Yansã. Therefore, these people show little focus on material possessions and this is not a very big concern in their life. This way of looking at life also shows that they are people who may not even reach high positions in their life and will not achieve success in a way to be seen and celebrated.

The way of acting of these people is very distinct because they are always very agitated and seem to be always in a hurry for whatever activity they are doing. This makes them also very tense. This way of acting does not allow these people to stay connected to the same place for a long time and they always look for changes.

Number 12 Eli - Laxeborá

Laxeborá is ruled by Xangô and thus shows people who are very determined and cannot stand injustice around them. These are people who fight hard for justice and cannot live with situations that are at odds with it.

They are dedicated and very firm about their visions and are always willing to face whatever it takes for what they believe in, without fear. This way of acting also shows that these people are able to do whatever it takes to help the people around them and do not measure efforts for this.

Number 13 Eji - Ologbon

Ruled by Nanã and Obaluaê, Eji-Ologbon characterizes people by their adaptability. Both in relation to the people around them and the places where they live, these people have a great facility to adapt and feel well in various places.

As part of their main characteristics, they may act in a melancholic and sad way and can only dedicate themselves to something if they really feel a strong will to do so. With a strong power of concentration and reflection, these people use these characteristics to outline their goals in a clear way and to ensure that they enjoy life.

Number 14 Iká-Ori

Ruled by Oxumaré and Ewá, Iká-Ori shows a person who is always able to overcome. Even in the face of great challenges and intense moments in their life, these people are very capable and courageous. That is why they can get around everything bad or difficult that happens in their lives.

They are people of great wisdom and capacity for reflection and this way of seeing situations from another perspective always makes them stand out in everything they propose to do in their lives.

Number 15 Ogbeogundá

Ogbeogundá is ruled by Obá and shows a person who, in general, behaves in a stubborn way and is someone full of their own wills, who refuses to listen to the other side of any situation regarding this because they want what they want and the way they want it, without caring about the rest.

Even when they realize they are wrong, these people act in a spoiled and unrepentant manner. It is very necessary that they beware of this type of behavior and invest more of their visions and efforts into what really matters in life, so that the negative aspects do not completely dominate their actions.

Number 16 Alafiá

Ruled by Oxalá and Orumilá, Alafiá shows a person who exudes happiness in her actions and who is also pure peace for herself and those around her. This person brings harmony to any environment she is present in and the people around her feel good about being close to her.

Because they have such positive characteristics, these people can build a very harmonious life and are well resolved in this regard, achieving their goals and dreams fully. Success is something that is very present in the path of these people.

To know your Orixá by the characteristics

The Orixás have their own characteristics and ways of acting very clear and precise. Some are softer and harmonious while others are true storms. This difference is what makes possible to perceive which will be the Orixás of each person.

This is because children act very similarly to their parents, since they inherit essential characteristics from their Orixás and this will be shown through every attitude taken by them. The way they think, act and behave at certain times of life reveals much about this issue.

Therefore, the characteristics of the Orixàs passed on to their children may be what will make this person can understand initially which is his father or mother even before any other procedure for discovery is done. Want to know more Check out the details about the children of each Orixà!

Sons of Yemanjá

The children of Yemanja are people who have a taste for sophistication. At the same time they are determined, companions and have a great strength within themselves. They are also very empathic people who are willing to listen to the stories and laments of others. Thus, they end up feeling the pain of others.

With a very strong protective instinct, the children of Yemanja fight to defend what is right and can hardly lose those who have committed faults in this matter. They are people who like to be surrounded by other people. They do not like to live alone.

Children of Oxum

The children of Oxum are very concerned with their appearances, they like to be always well presented and impeccable. The representation of the Orixá itself demonstrates this vanity because in one of his hands he carries a mirror. This concern with appearance is something personal and not necessarily so that people can see him in some way.

The first love for these people will always be their own because of this striking characteristic of vanity. They are very determined people who have a desire to reach positions of social prominence.

Children of Iansã

The children of Yansã are courageous and are always willing to face the challenges that are proposed to them. Even though, in general, these people have a sober and even thoughtful appearance, when they decide to act they are guided by the emotion of the moment without thinking twice.

They are extremely restless people and cannot stand still without doing something. They are looking to create and innovate. The children of Yansã are very intelligent and totally altruistic people, able to give themselves body and soul to help something or someone. Due to this way of acting, it is impossible for these people to go unnoticed wherever they are.

Sons of Oxalá

The children of Oxalá are people who are very calm in their actions and hardly ever lose this posture and calmness that is common to them. Even in complicated times, these people manage to keep this way. This way of acting makes people around them consider them very dear and always want to be close to them.

By nature, these are extremely respectful people and so they also demand that others be this way. When this does not happen, they show themselves as authoritarian and use arguments and their leadership posture to prove their point.

Sons of Ibejis

The children of Ibejis have a youthful temperament, almost childish. People who are influenced by this Orixá can act even inconsequently due to this characteristic. This is because they cultivate very strongly within themselves the child they were and do not abandon this aspect in any way.

They are joyful and very playful people. In general they are smiling and very restless, which shows a lot of the childish aspect they have. Everything that can be associated to the behavior of children reminds us of this Orixà. In this way, their natives have a lot of these points in their way of acting.

Sons of Iroko

The children of Iroko are people who can exhibit both very positive and very negative characteristics. They are jealous, stubborn, and boisterous, but at the same time they are very competent, companionable, intelligent, and generous people who are always willing to do good for those around them.

Another important point about these people is the fact that they are extremely wise and not only have a very extensive knowledge but also have an important quality, because they can transmit this wisdom to others in a very clear way, because they are extremely eloquent and good with words.

Sons of Logun-edé

The characteristics of the children of Logun-edé are not very easy to notice, but they show these people as talented people who, in general, turn their lives to the world of arts, such as theater, music, cinema or any other profession that puts them in the limelight in some way.

Another characteristic of these people is that they are very vain and value these aspects in their lives. Appearance for these people is something essential and very important. They are also very persuasive and with that they always get what they want.

Sons of Ogum

The way of acting of the sons of Ogum involves a lot of obstinacy and stubbornness. However, these people are always in search of justice and are very responsible, so they make a point of going after what is right. Other aspects of the sons of Ogum show them as people who like to date, to enjoy life as a couple and who devote themselves entirely when they find true love.

They are people who have a great facility for learning and like to investigate every detail little by little until they can understand everything. For this reason they may have a great aptitude for technological products.

Sons of Obaluayê

The strong influence of Obaluayê on his children makes them very thoughtful people and therefore have a very developed reasoning. Although they are people who, in general, are very attached to issues such as sophistication and elegance, they can adapt and get along very well with any kind of person and environment.

Rationality is something very present in the way of acting of these people and, inclusive, this is what makes them look more serious and they will hardly be seen laughing and exposing themselves in public that way.

Sons of Omulu

Omulu's children are dedicated and are always willing to help people around them. They are very helpful and therefore are the first to be remembered when someone needs help as they are also very trustworthy.

Thus, the children of Omulu are very hardworking people who are not afraid to get down to business and take action. They are patient and expect things to happen in their lives when they have to happen. Besides, they are very detailed people and hardly anything will go unnoticed under the vision of the children of Omulu.

Sons of Xangô

By nature, the children of Shango are very strong people and this is seen in both physical and mental issues. The energy of these people is very large and they use this to accomplish their tasks and you will hardly see a person daughter of Shango standing around complaining about something without at least trying.

They are extremely stubborn and are always seeking to achieve greatness. The character of the daughters of Xangô is something to emphasize, because this is a very positive characteristic and of great value. At the same time that they do not like to be noticed and receive prominence, they also do not like to imagine that they will be forgotten.

Sons of Oxóssi

People who are daughters of Oxóssi always have a more youthful attitude. This is also shown in a physical and mental way. They are people who, no matter how young they are, will always have this energy in them.

An important point about the children of Oxóssi is that they do not deal well with change, but due to their great ability to concentrate, they can adapt and find a way to face it. They are very sensitive people and have aptitude for the world of arts and everything that involves creativity.

Sons of Obá

The children of Obá are always looking for new battles to fight and win. They do not shy away from a good fight and are always willing to face anything until they reach their final goals. It is common for the children of Obá to lose patience and to be moody and intransigent people.

On the other hand, they are very focused and determined and will hardly be taken out of their way until they accomplish the desired goal. The sons of Obá have a very humble attitude and do not boast great victories for a long time, because for them the battle is much more pleasurable.

Children of Nanã

The way of acting of Nanã children is guided by calmness and serenity. They follow their path without great worries because they know that everything has a beginning, a middle and an end. They are centered people who believe that there is always a right way to do everything.

Even young people have an air of great wisdom, which is a very great characteristic of Nanan. When prevented from acting the way they prefer, with calmness, caution and sequence of actions, the children of Nanan can easily become grumpy and cranky.

Sons of Oxumaré

The children of Oxumaré are people who live in constant change. They need a variety of situations in their lives that provoke profound change. Therefore, these are people who not only tend to start all over again but prefer to live this way constantly.

They are very observant and attentive people. Besides that, they live in search of success, especially material success. They can even show characteristics such as exhibitionism and pride. This is exactly because of this relentless search that the children of Oxumaré have in their lives.

Sons of Logunan

The children of Logunan are people who are sometimes very willing to isolate themselves from others. They are introspective and have a very calm and quiet soul. Nevertheless, their way of acting is always guided by the truth. They take into consideration the right way to act and follow it to the letter, without taking twisted paths.

They are excellent friends because they know how to listen, understand and understand people, besides having a great talent to advise when necessary. But they are very reserved and do not talk about intimate matters and their deepest emotions easily.

How can knowing your Orixà help your life?

Understanding the influences of the Orixás, the characteristics that compose them, their ways of acting, thinking and other aspects makes people have the opportunity to have a broader vision of themselves.

This is because by understanding the reasons for some thoughts and attitudes, due to the influence of your Orixàs, it becomes easier to control some bad impulses or to let the good characteristics of those Orixàs emerge.