Omni

Oxúm (Oshun) is my Ori. She has many paths and is called by many names in different parts of the world. This is an Erzulie Freda veve. The Yoruba originated the science and see her as an Orissa (Orisha). In Haitian voodoo a Veve are precise mathematical formulas stylized as geometrical patterns. This art thus surpasses the conscious mind. Operating directly with the subconscious mind and an open heart. To those who don't deal with the science, this is just a religious symbol for a vodou (God) "loa" (or lwa) and serves as their representation during rituals. In Haiti, the veve derives from the beliefs of the native Tainos. Most similar to the veve are the drawings of zemi or gods of the Taino religion.