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Sakpata, the Fon god of the Earth, is one of the most compelling figures in African mythology. Associated with the soil, fertility, and disease, he represents both the blessing of abundance and the threat of destruction. His dual role as a life-giver and bringer of smallpox made him both feared and revered, with worshipers seeking to appease his immense power. Sakpata’s mythology reflects the eternal truth that Earth itself is both nurturing and unforgiving, reminding us to respect the delicate balance between prosperity and survival. Explore more of his legend here: https://mythlok.com/sakpata/

Sakpata : God of the Earth - Mythlok

Discover Sakpata, the Fon god of Earth and Smallpox! Explore his myths, family, powers, rituals, and enduring influence in West African reli

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African Deities & Spirits: Abuk

********DISCLAIMER********** PLEASE DO YOUR RESEARCH AND DOUBLE CHECK EVERYTHING BEFORE ACTING ON IT. THIS IS ONLY MY RESEARCH AND NOTHING MORE. PLEASE ALSO CHECK AND MAKE SURE THESE DEITIES ARE NOT PART OF A CLOSED PRACTICE. 

***some of these are from my research and speculation***

Correspondences:

Element: Water

Power/ what she rules over: Fertility, Women, Gardens, Creation, water, Mother/Grandmother (Ancestral), success, abundance, safety, good health

Colors: Blue (water), Green (Fertility, gardens, nature, regrowth), Orange (Creativity)

Stones/Crystals: Golden Tiger’s Eye, African Ruby, Paraiba Tourmaline, Topaz, Carnelian, Cornetite.

Herbs, Plants, & Trees: Grains, Millet, sesame

Animals: Snake, Sheep

Symbols: Corn, Moon

Incense: Frankincense, Myrrh, Cedar

Offerings: Millet, Beer, Tobacco, fruits, vegetables, herbs.

References:

https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2010/01/color-theory-for-designers-part-1-the-meaning-of-color/

https://maisappho.wordpress.com/2013/07/28/abuk-primal-woman-of-the-dinka-of-sudan/

http://www.thewhitegoddess.co.uk/divinity_of_the_day/african/abuk.asp

https://paganessentials.wordpress.com/elemental-correspondences-meditations/

https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/sacredwood/lesson-12-spells-correspondences-for-the-solitary-t2702-s10.html

http://wiccan_beliefs.tripod.com/wiccanbeliefs/id18.html

https://sacredwicca.com/goddesses-gods

https://thesanctuaryoftheshadygrove.weebly.com/elements.html

https://www.charmsoflight.com/carnelian-healing-properties

http://kemetdevelopment.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Asante-and-Mazama-Encyclopedia-of-African-religion.pdf

https://www.howardfenstermanminerals.com/minerals/precious-gemstones-of-africa/

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