Osun Goddess

The Osun Goddess, also known as Osun or Oshun, is a prominent deity in Yoruba mythology, embodying fertility, love, beauty, and river worship. She is believed to reside in rivers and is revered as the protector of women, children, and the environment. Devotees honor her through rituals, offerings, and festivals, particularly during the Osun-Osogbo Festival in Nigeria. Osun symbolizes nurturing energy, compassion, and prosperity, emphasizing the importance of harmony with nature and community. Her worship underscores cultural values of balance, renewal, and reverence for natural resources.