In one of the interpretations, Oshun is the only woman in a group sent to build the world. When she is disregarded by the men, she leaves. Without her presence, nothing works for them. It's a powerful reminder that when Black women are undervalued, communities suffer. When Black women are respected and cared for, communities thrive.
The Story
Oshun is two syllables and pronounced oh-shoon.
How It's Pronounced
As a deeply cultural organization that honors heritage, Oshun's Garden draws inspiration from Yoruba spiritual traditions of West Africa. In these traditions, Oshun is often associated with love, femininity, sensuality, healing, balance, and fresh water. For us, her story aligns with the values that we hold dear, as well as reminds us of the power and contributions of women.
Oshun's Garden does not engage in religious practice. However, while we reference Oshun as a symbolic and cultural figure, we absolutely recognize and respect those who venerate her as part of their faith. We pride ourselves on being committed to advancing the care and wellbeing of all Black women and do not wish to be another source of division.
The Cultural Meaning of Oshun
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Common Questions
Oshun's Garden is not a religious organization. We welcome Black women from all walks of life and remain committed to fostering an environment where all are valued and respected regardless of their faith.
While connections can be made between Beyoncé's artistic expressions in her work and African diasporic cultures, to our knowledge, she has never confirmed that she worships Oshun or adheres to the Yoruba religion.
Absolutely! While we are not a Christian-based organization, we value and look forward to engaging diverse perspectives. Your presence is valuable and we wholeheartedly embrace Black women of all belief systems.
Still have additional questions? Reach out to us by email or the contact page on our website.
