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  • Yemaya

  • Orisha, Goddess, and Queen of the Sea
  • By: Raven Morgaine
  • Narrated by: Leon Nixon
  • Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (68 ratings)

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Yemaya

By: Raven Morgaine
Narrated by: Leon Nixon
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Yemaya, queen of the sea, first emerged in Yorubaland (now in modern Nigeria). A primordial deity, considered the mother of all, she is perceived by some to be at the root of numerous ancient goddesses, including Isis. During the Middle Passage, Yemaya accompanied her enslaved devotees to the Western Hemisphere, where her eventual association with the Virgin Mary helped her veneration take root and flourish.

No longer a local water spirit, she is among the most beloved and prominent spirits of Candomblé, Santeria, and other African diaspora traditions. Raven Morgaine, a priest of Yemaya for over three decades, shares his expertise and knowledge in this guidebook, the first full-length English-language book to focus on her. Exploring her history and many forms, including her roles as mother, lover, witch, warrior, and mermaid, he describes Yemaya’s many paths, aspects, and incarnations, as well as her special role in the LGBTQ community.

In addition to exploring her mythology, this accessible book is also a hands-on guide to working with Yemaya and includes the following:

  • Spells and rituals associated with Yemaya, appropriate for the uninitiated
  • Instructions for building altars and shrines for Yemaya, as well as other methods for working with her, including correct, respectful ways to make appropriate offerings
  • Recipes that will please Yemaya
  • A detailed list of flowers, herbs, and other botanicals that radiate the power of Yemaya
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Loved it

This was a magical story, very enlightening, and beautiful, it gave me so much insight on Yemaya and I am grateful to have learned about our beautiful queen.

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Whom & What Yamaya Represent

Enjoyed the knowledge. Has compelled me to dig deeper into the true of her existence ❣️

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Beautiful

This was such a beautiful and in-depth depiction of the great mother yemaya 💙 highly recommend this book!

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This book opened my mind and imagination

I absolutely loved this book. It answered a lot of my questions and has opened the door for me to learn more.

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Great Book

Awesome introduction to this very important Orisa!!! I love the recipes and prayers offered by the Author

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Felt the calling

I felt the calling and to hear a soothing voice while understanding the wonders of our mother. Thank you! I love this

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I loved it!

It was a great!! I was looking for something with more patakis! But I would recommend!

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Deeply insightful and inspiring

This was a beautiful i introduction and homage to the Orisha Yemaya. Uncle Raven not only state’s traditional information but personal relations and accounts to the ocean Goddess. This book is great for anyone seeking knowledge about yemya, the stories of the Orishas and traditional African spirituality. Leon Nixon is a fantastic narrator which made
This audible truly enjoyable and easy to listen to. He takes you on a journey through storytelling, folklore and vivid imagery.

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Beautiful information

Exquisite whispers of Yemaya. Great read. Worth the purchase. I know a lot of answers that I've been seeking to work with the great mama Yemaya. Thank you.

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Truly Amazing

Couldn't stop listening. what a great book. I learned a lot. thank you. Truly recommend.

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