Orixas Guide

The Orixas are divine forces of nature in Afro-Brazilian spiritual traditions. Explore all 16 Orixas, their domains, elements, sacred herbs, and discover which Orixa guides your path.

All Orixas

Exu

Laroyê, Exu!

Fire

Crossroads, communication

Ogum

Ogunhê!

Fire

War, iron

Oxóssi

Okê Arô!

Earth

Hunting, forests

Xangô

Kaô Kabiesilê!

Fire

Thunder, justice

Oxum

Ora Yê Yê Ô!

Water

Sweet waters, love

Yemanjá

Odoyá!

Water

Oceans, motherhood

Oyá (Iansã)

Eparrei!

Air

Winds, storms

Oxalá

Êpa Babá!

Air

Creation, peace

Nanã

Salubá!

Earth/Water

Mud, swamps

Omolu (Obaluaiê)

Atotô!

Earth

Disease, healing

Ossaim

Ewé Ô!

Earth

Herbs, medicine

Oxumaré

Arroboboi!

Water/Fire

Rainbow, cycles

Logun Edé

Loji!

Earth/Water

Hunting, fishing

Obá

Obá Xirê!

Water

Rivers, domestic life

Ewá

Ri Rô!

Water/Earth

Mist, mystery

Pomba Gira

Laroyê, Pomba Gira!

Fire

Female sexuality, passion

Orixa Tools

Buzios Oracle

Cast the sacred shells and receive guidance from the Orixas

Orixa Calculator

Discover your ruling Orixa by birth date

Orixa Compatibility

Check spiritual compatibility between two Orixas

Orixa Herb Finder

Find sacred herbs connected to each Orixa

This content is presented with respect for Afro-Brazilian spiritual traditions including Candomble, Umbanda, and related practices. It is intended for educational and spiritual exploration purposes. We encourage seekers to learn directly from initiated practitioners and to approach these traditions with reverence and cultural sensitivity.