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Goddess Symbols
and Sacred Objects
of Yemaya
The symbols of Yemaya, Goddess of the Ocean follow in the chart
below. Such goddess symbols, individualized for each goddess, were incorporated into the worship of
the ancient goddesses, were often worn as jewelry, and also used in the household decor as
talismans to seek the goddesses special gifts, blessings, or protection. A large
number of goddess symbols have survived in statuary and other works of art.
Many of the goddess symbols come from the legends
surrounding a specific goddess and were "characters" in her story. Other goddess symbols were derived
from the rituals used in the ancient rites of worship of these pagan goddesses.
Yemaya is often represented by
symbols associated with water. It is not surprising that many of our icons representing the enduring beauty and simple goodness
are derived from the ancient goddess symbols of Yemaya.
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Yemaya : Goddess Symbols
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Ocean, rivers, mermaids, the virgin Mary, New Year's Eve,
February 2, the North Star, half moon, rivers, dreams, pound cake,
boats and ships, fans, sacred dance, and the Number 7.
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| Animals: |
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Fish, ducks, doves, peacocks, feathers, chickens, snakes,
and all sea creatures.
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| Plants: |
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Oranges, tropical
flowers, yams, grain, seaweed and other plants that grow in
the ocean.
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| Perfumes/Scents: |
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Scented soaps, raspberry, cinnamon, balsam.
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| Gems
and Metals: |
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Silver, pearls, mother of pearl, coral, moonstone, crystal quartz, turquoise, and
any blue gem or bead. |
| Colors: |
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Sky blue, silver, white, green, and especially a blue dress
with full skirt of 7 layers to represent ocean waves or the
seven seas.
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Be sure to read the stories and see the goddess symbols that follow
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Read the Stories of the Goddesses
Return To Goddess Gift
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