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Seven African Powers: The Orishas
The Seven African Powers, referred to the seven Orishas, are a common spiritual force that people petition with overcoming obstacles, spiritual growth and connecting to one’s inner power. The phrase “Seven African Powers” is found in various religions, including, Hoodoo, Santeria, Candomble, and Arara.
Often depicted with their images linked together in a chain circling an image of the crucified Jesus, these deities represent all that is sacred and powerful in Santeria. But within Santeria but there is a common misconception around who they are and how they function. Anyone can call upon the Seven African Powers, as they are spirit guides and everyone has access to these Orishas for their guidance.
Often depicted with their images linked together in a chain circling an image of the crucified Jesus, these deities represent all that is sacred and powerful in Santeria. But within Santeria but there is a common misconception around who they are and how they function. Anyone can call upon the Seven African Powers, as they are spirit guides and everyone has access to these Orishas for their guidance.
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First published June 2, 2016
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December 31, 2021Before you buy the paperback:
Know that this is more like an instruction manual. Half of it is spells. The other half is made up of very brief overviews of the seven orishas.
Before you buy, know that you're getting, like, a one page overview for each orisha. That being said, it's a great introduction to the orishas!
Know that this is more like an instruction manual. Half of it is spells. The other half is made up of very brief overviews of the seven orishas.
Before you buy, know that you're getting, like, a one page overview for each orisha. That being said, it's a great introduction to the orishas!
December 12, 2019
A very good introduction to the Orishas.
December 22, 2022
A good introduction to the Orisha.
May 29, 2020
Good for a basic understanding of communing with the Orishas and the guidelines on how to work with them.
September 19, 2020
super informative
February 11, 2021
I’m not cheating on the Egyptian gods and goddesses, it’s just time to learn about other mythologies. This is a super basic primer on the Orishas. I think someone referred it to me. I have no desire to hate on a black woman independent author getting her educating the masses on, but there were a few mistakes about the chakras and Egyptian parallels that made me feel like I need to read a handful more primers before I think I kinda sorta know anything. However, the book was enough to contextualize a lot of pop culture references to the Orishas that I didn’t fully understand like Django as Chango and Mama Oya in Lovecraft. If you don’t know anything this is a decent place to start. You learn the names, preferences, and domains of the seven core Orishas. You won’t learn their full origin stories or mythologies, but there are libraries of other books for that.
April 1, 2018
Very Informative!!!
Very easy read!!! The book is to the point and will have you so interested that you may read the entire book in a day like I did!!!
Very easy read!!! The book is to the point and will have you so interested that you may read the entire book in a day like I did!!!
June 15, 2018
Easy book to read
Straight to the point, very informative, I didn't know much about the orishas this book gave me a quick introduction.
Straight to the point, very informative, I didn't know much about the orishas this book gave me a quick introduction.
April 22, 2019
Loved it!
Monique did an awesome job introducing readers to the Orishas.
Monique did an awesome job introducing readers to the Orishas.
May 3, 2019
Lots of good info. I listened to the audiobook and got annoyed about some pronunciation slips, but the material is very sound nonetheless.
August 11, 2019
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A pretty good intro to the Orisha. I am still very new in learning about everything outside of Christianity, so I still have A lot of reading to do.
A pretty good intro to the Orisha. I am still very new in learning about everything outside of Christianity, so I still have A lot of reading to do.
August 18, 2020
This was a very informative book and opened my eyes to Khamatic practices! The language was very friendly to the every day reader. However, the text was repetitive at times but good other than that.
April 8, 2022
Excellent book, especially for anyone who would rather learn from people of the African Diaspora. It is critical to ensure we are sharing our own histories of our own people. Thank you!
April 9, 2023
Excellent reads. Lots of great information and cultural detail.
January 23, 2018
Very Well Written
I am very interested inmy roots and my origin, finding my family lead me to our original practices and beliefs. Finding this book addresses some of those beliefs. I have embraced and adopted the Pagan/Wiccan beliefs and rituals of my grandparents grandparents and even thier grandparents.
I am very interested inmy roots and my origin, finding my family lead me to our original practices and beliefs. Finding this book addresses some of those beliefs. I have embraced and adopted the Pagan/Wiccan beliefs and rituals of my grandparents grandparents and even thier grandparents.
August 8, 2020
Eye Opening!!
Very informative read. I'm still in the beginning stage of my journey back to self and it seems materials and vital information needed for my evolution are being put in my hands! Everyday I do a little research or a little reading and each time I find a new point, and I just keep connecting the dots. Thank you for assisting on my journey home.
Very informative read. I'm still in the beginning stage of my journey back to self and it seems materials and vital information needed for my evolution are being put in my hands! Everyday I do a little research or a little reading and each time I find a new point, and I just keep connecting the dots. Thank you for assisting on my journey home.
August 27, 2024
1h 8m
I adore these concise readings on such a broad subject.
Chp 1: Who are the Seven African Power
Chp 2: Yoruba
Chp 3: Elegua
Chp 4: Yemaya
Chp 5: Oshun
Chp 6: Chango
Chp 7: Obatala
Chp 8: Ogun
Chp 9: Oya
Chp 10: Spells (32:23)
Chp 11: Orishas In the Home
Chp 12: Orishas Days Through the Week
I adore these concise readings on such a broad subject.
Chp 1: Who are the Seven African Power
Chp 2: Yoruba
Chp 3: Elegua
Chp 4: Yemaya
Chp 5: Oshun
Chp 6: Chango
Chp 7: Obatala
Chp 8: Ogun
Chp 9: Oya
Chp 10: Spells (32:23)
Chp 11: Orishas In the Home
Chp 12: Orishas Days Through the Week
September 25, 2017
Loved It
Very easy read not to long as straight to the point. Like a guide I can go over when needed. This book is not for the weak of heart this practices is typically done in the open no shame of practicing Ifa.
Very easy read not to long as straight to the point. Like a guide I can go over when needed. This book is not for the weak of heart this practices is typically done in the open no shame of practicing Ifa.
January 14, 2018
A great book!
I really love this book. It's full of information and history, without being overwhelming. The book easily explains the Seven African Powers and the roles they play in our lives. Again, a great book!
I really love this book. It's full of information and history, without being overwhelming. The book easily explains the Seven African Powers and the roles they play in our lives. Again, a great book!
April 14, 2020
Great information!
WONDERFUL source of information for those beginning studying on the Orishas or for those who just need a quick refresher! I enjoyed how everything was organized and how each Orishas got a feature.
WONDERFUL source of information for those beginning studying on the Orishas or for those who just need a quick refresher! I enjoyed how everything was organized and how each Orishas got a feature.
May 2, 2020
Great book.
I am so happy and grateful of this book. I acquire great knowledge about my culture which I always want to know more about .Thank you Monique for writing g this book. Looking forward for more books from you.I love this book and i will pass to my daughter.
I am so happy and grateful of this book. I acquire great knowledge about my culture which I always want to know more about .Thank you Monique for writing g this book. Looking forward for more books from you.I love this book and i will pass to my daughter.
June 30, 2021
Thoroughly Enjoyed
I’ve read this twice and I intend to study it so that it’s purpose can be put to great use! Thank you for writing the information and history of these powers so that a beginner like myself, understands.
I’ve read this twice and I intend to study it so that it’s purpose can be put to great use! Thank you for writing the information and history of these powers so that a beginner like myself, understands.
May 1, 2022
It's a good little introductory book, not too overwhelming. It's a 2.5 star for me for some inconsistencies in the writing and for a few redundancies. Monique has a great voice but needs a good editor to touch up these little nuances. Overall, I enjoyed it.
October 10, 2024
Discover the joy of immersing yourself in a delightful and enchanting story. Your unique journey is waiting for your personal touch. I'm not providing any details or mentioning anything because you've have to read it for yourself and it was beautifully written and informative.
October 1, 2019
Great First Read
I thought this book was perfect for my first exploration into the orishas. Easy to follow and loved the recipe and spell section. Wish it were longer!
I thought this book was perfect for my first exploration into the orishas. Easy to follow and loved the recipe and spell section. Wish it were longer!
October 15, 2019
It was good beginners guided to the Orisha
November 3, 2019
Awesome
I loved this book very informational and I would recommend to all my family and friends. Looking forward to reading more of her work
I loved this book very informational and I would recommend to all my family and friends. Looking forward to reading more of her work
March 12, 2020
Informative!
Very easy to understand. I love it. She got straight to the point and it's what I needed. It will be a great help.
Very easy to understand. I love it. She got straight to the point and it's what I needed. It will be a great help.
April 15, 2020
This is more like a zine than a book. Very short and basic. Was hoping for a bit more detail.
April 18, 2020
A helpful brief introduction to the Orishas and their worship.
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