Who is Obatala Alamo?
Obatala Alamo is an Orisa of honorable restraint and the wisdom that tempers authority. He helps leaders act with fairness and reminds them that true power is gentle.
Origin — How Obatala Alamo Became Orisa
Obatala Alamo appeared when a ruler chose to put his people before his ego. The Orisa became the patron of humane governance.
Sacred Stories & Myths
A tale tells of him advising a king to forgive his enemies instead of punishing them. Another recounts how he helped a leader choose mercy over pride.
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