Oya is a fierce female warrior and the Orisha of change. It is she who assists us with rapid inner and outer transformation. Oya took the secret of slinging lightning from Chango. She fights with machetes and scares away death with her horsetail fly wisk. She is the owner of the cemetery gates and resides in the marketplace. She is depicted as a powerful warrior woman wearing a skirt of nine different colors. Oya’s colors are brown, dark red, and multi colors. Her number is 9.
Oya Prayer: “Oya please guide and protect me. Open the doors of opportunity by removing obstacles from my path. Give me courage to overcome my problems and defeat my enemies. Bring justice and balance to my life by bestowing your wisdom upon me. With your powers please give me the strength to fight and win my daily battles. I am ready for your winds of change that bring prosperity to my realm. AMEN.”
Orishas are spiritual beings who have been tasked with maintaining this Earth, watching over the affairs of humanity and each has dominion over a portion of nature. Each Orisha is identified with natural forces as well as with human interests or endeavors. These Orishas are mediators between humanity and the Supreme Being.
Pray to Orishas because they are already in heaven, and they can intercede for you. In moments of anxiety, you need to hope and believe in something that helps you recover faith and maintain peace in your life.
Bracelets can be worn as a rite of passage that helps change a person’s destiny for the better. Think of it as a prescription that should be undertaken by those who have a need for it to heal their lives. Bracelets in the patterns and colors of Orishas, Saints, and Gods. It is a good idea to wear it to clear the mind of negativity and connect to higher guidance.
Approximately 6 to 9 inches long adjustable pull string bracelet.
