Controlling the Boundaries of Morality: The History and Powers of Ayelala Deity
The worship of deities has always been a major religious preoccupation among the Yoruba. Among these deities is Ayelala, a water goddess, who is not only worshiped with pomp and pageantry but also highly revered and respected for its judicial powers. As a deity of retribution and justice, Ayelala i...
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| Main Authors: | Oluwafunminiyi Raheem, Mike Famiyesin |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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LibraryPress@UF
2021-12-01
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| Series: | Yoruba Studies Review |
| Online Access: | https://ojs.test.flvc.org/ysr/article/view/129856 |
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