Monthly Archives: November 2010

Shango, Chango

Hot blooded heat incarnate He is fire and lightning. If you’re good he is a light But if you’re bad he’s frightning. Shango (also spelled Chango or Xango)is the Orisha of fire, lightning, dance, and martial arts. He had three … Continue reading

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Oya, Yansa

Wind in her hair Lightning in her eyes Storms in her voice And thunder in her thighs! Oya is the Orisha of wind, storms, thunder, and change.  In some ways, she is very similar to the Hindu deity Kali except … Continue reading

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