Who is Jakuta?
Jakuta, a variant of Babalu-Aye, is the Orisa of smallpox and healing, associated with the earth. Known as the 'Smallpox Bringer,' Jakuta embodies disease and cure. In Yoruba tradition, he represents affliction and recovery.
Worshippers invoke Jakuta for healing. His energy is transformative. He is linked to earth and sores.
Jakuta's mythology emphasizes balance. Rituals involve offerings. His presence is felt in healings.
Jakuta teaches overcoming illness.
Origin — How Jakuta Became Orisa
Jakuta is related to Babalu-Aye. According to myths, he controls diseases. His origin highlights duality.
Sacred Stories & Myths
A myth tells of his plagues and cures. Another recounts healings. These myths illustrate his power.
Sacred Attributes & Correspondences
Koso|Oyo|Throughout thunderstorm regions
Appearance, Hairstyle & Sacred Regalia
A primordial sky warrior who precedes Sango in the lightning tradition — some traditions identify Jakuta as the cosmic spirit of lightning that Sango channeled or became.
Stone thunderbolts
Nature, Character & Sacred Proverbs
Ancient, terrifying, and cosmic. Jakuta is lightning before it was given a name.
Jakuta ko fi ọrun bẹ̀rù — Jakuta does not fear the sky, for he commands it.
Worship, Sacrifice & Sacred Items
Jakuta Arira! — The Primordial Stone-Thrower!
Sacred Salutation / OrikiTaboos — What Must Never Be Done
The same taboos as Sango