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Oya Gbegbe

"Oya of the High Wind; The Wind That Blows From the Summit"

Oya of the High Wind; The Wind That Blows From the Summit

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Who is Oya Gbegbe?

Oya Gbegbe is a storm-bearing aspect of Oya who shapes events with unquestionably forceful winds. She is invoked when a powerful cleansing is needed.

Origin — How Oya Gbegbe Became Orisa

Oya Gbegbe emerged when the first great windstorms were honored as agents of change. She became the spirit who sweeps away corruption and brings the new.

Sacred Stories & Myths

A story recites how she uprooted a rotten tree that had long harmed a village, making room for healthier growth. Another recounts her helping a community let go of destructive traditions.

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