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Oxum is a revered deity in Candomblé and Yoruba culture, known as the goddess of rivers, springs and fresh waters, and intrinsically linked to the fertility of the soil and women. Originally from Nigeria, flowing between Ijexá and Jebu, Oxum was the wife of Xango, Ogum, Orumilá, Obatalá and Oxossi, reflecting her importance in Yoruba mythology. Oxum is symbolized by river stones, beauty, and jewelry, especially gold, and formerly copper. In Brazil, gold became the main metal due to its value and beauty. Women turn to Oxum to get pregnant, reflecting her connection with fertility and procreation. She protects menstrual blood and cares for children until they learn to speak. Oxum is known as Alode, a title that designates a woman of great importance in the community. Oxum is described as graceful and seductive, the lady of beauty and self-love. She teaches the importance of self-care and self-esteem. In Candomblé, her worship is central to the initiation process, symbolizing the cycle of life and fertility. The guinea fowl is essential in the initiation, reflecting the presence of Oxum in the ritual. In Brazil, Oxum is known as the mother of fresh waters, encompassing rivers, springs, lakes and springs. Her beads and clothing are predominantly yellow. Offerings to Oxum include beans with farofa, shrimp, yam, chicken xinxim and eggs. Oxum symbolizes life, fertility and self-love. Her worship is essential in Candomblé, reflecting her importance in Yoruba mythology and Afro-Brazilian culture. Celebrating Oxum is celebrating life in its various forms, respecting the strength and delicacy of the fresh waters that she represents. #Oxun #Oxum #Òsun #Ọ̀ṣun #Oshum #Candomblé #TomOloore #HistoriandoAxé ===================================== CONTACT FOR GAMES: (21) 98402-4100 OUR NETWORKS: ???? https://linktr.ee/tom_oloore ???? / tomoloore ???? / tomoloore ???? / tomoloore ???? https://www.abre.ai/tomoloore ???? (21) 98402-4100 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Be a member of this channel and get benefits: / @historiandoaxe -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=