Ogun Ogun

Ogun - Definition

In Haitian Vodun, Ogoun (or Ogun) is a loa who presides over fire, iron, politics and war. He is the patron of smiths and is usually displayed with his attributes: machete or sable, rum and tobacco. He is married to Erzulie.

In Yorùbá mythology, Ogun (same as Ogoun) is a son of Yemaja and Orungan.

In Santería, he is identified with Saint Peter.

Example Usage of Ogun
mostandsum: Na we de rule 9ja o *Ogun state* wic part of metta do u stay sweeree @Madmoisele
Madmoisele: Ogun state bawo! Jo o! RT @mostandsum: Ogun state oni ba je RT @sleek04: Eko òni baje jwo RT @Madmoisele: @mostandsum definetly a lagosian!
mostandsum: Ogun state oni ba je o RT @sleek04: Eko òni baje jwo RT @@Madmoisele: @mostandsum definetly a lagosian!
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