Olokun

Olókun: An Orisha (or God/Goddess of the Sea) who dwells at the deep bottom of the ocean. Orisha of Wealth and Fertility. Olókun originates from Benin (modern day Edo State, Nigeria). The “gender” of Olokun remains a mystery as some worship Olokun as feminine, while others believe him to be masculine.

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