The Ogou lwa are spirits of justice, and breaking these oaths is a sure way to call down their wrath. Feray is a defender of the oppressed and the downtrodden, and when one seeks him help it’s best to be sure one is actually the innocent in a matter.

Dec 19, 2024 · Discover Ogou, the warrior spirit in Haitian Voodoo. Explore his role in justice, resilience, rituals, and his connections with other Lwa.

Ogou Feray is one of the most popular lwa in Haitian Vodou. He is well known all across Haiti and finds his roots in the Yoruba nation, where he is called Ogoun. In Haitian Vodou, Ogou is not a singular spirit, but rather the surname of a group of many spirits that have manifested in Haiti through the Yoruba and Taino rites.

Aug 2, 2017 · Lukumi has an Orisha called Ogun, who has some similarities with Ogou: they both are associated with iron and metal. Ogun is more of a blacksmith, whereas Ogou is more of a soldier. Ogou is indeed every inch a soldier: brave, fierce, protective, and he expects nothing less than your best effort. Many Ogous carry a machete, but some favor a sword.

Jan 28, 2024 · This is Ogou Feray, blacksmith, warrior, lover, and he is one of the most popular and beloved lwa of Haitian Vodou. So today let’s dive into the layer-peeling that I so enjoy and explore the mystery that is Feray. Feray’s origins stretch back to …

Jan 12, 2024 · Ogou is often called an Orixa, as he is in Candomble, but he can perhaps be best understood as a Lwa of the Nago family. As a Lwa, he is one of the divine spirits that embody the elements of the world underneath the unknowable creator god Bondye. Ogou radiates powerful personal energy known as Ashe.

Oct 9, 2023 · The Haitian Vodou pantheon is a vibrant assembly of spirits, known as “lwa” or “loa.” Each of these spirits has its domain, personality, and set of symbols. They’re not just distant deities; they’re active participants in the daily lives of their devotees.

Many of the Nago nation have the Ogou title, but this is not like in the Lukumi/Candomble traditions where Ogun is a Spirit in his own right, Ogou serves as a form of title for working with these powerful Spirits.

Enter the mystical world of Haitian Vodou, where powerful gods reign supreme. From the fierce warrior Ogoun to the loving mother Erzulie, practitioners have revered and honored these deities for centuries.

Apr 28, 2023 · Discover the captivating story of Ogou Feray, the warrior lwa of Haitian Vodou, and learn how his art and spiritual power can inspire you.