Ochosi — The Shaman

In this episode of Our Roots Podcast, Joseph BABAIFA takes a deeper look into the highly respected Orisha Ochosi and explores an important question: Why is Ochosi considered a shaman?
Beyond his well-known role as the divine hunter, there are deeper spiritual aspects of Ochosi that can be understood through the sacred teachings and stories preserved within the tradition.
Through Odu, Pataki, and the wisdom of Ifá, Joseph will explore Ochosi’s relationship with the mysteries of nature, spiritual knowledge, hunting, herbs, the wilderness, and his ability to navigate between the physical and spiritual worlds.
What does the hunter represent spiritually? What knowledge must Ochosi possess to enter the forest, understand its mysteries, and return with what he seeks? And how do the sacred stories of Ifá reveal a side of Ochosi that goes far beyond the bow and arrow?
Join Joseph BABAIFA for an exploration of Ochosi as the hunter, spiritual seeker, and shamanic figure, uncovering the deeper meaning behind one of the most respected Orishas in the tradition.
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