Oshumare is the Orisha of the serpent and the rainbow, representing the union between heaven and earth, the balance between the Orishas and men. It is androgynous and represents motion, continuity and richness. Shango is assistant and crown of Yemaya. Buruku son of Nana, brother and Babaluaye Iroko.

His cult comes from Yewe territory, this reached its peak in the nineteenth century, but was lost due to the few who have their secrets. It is said that helped cure the blindness of Olodumare, when offered reside in the Orun. Their colors are related to those of Oya and is worshiped by Yemaya. I have also worship the babalawos. His Elekes are made with transparent glass beads interspersed with July 11 and 11 golden yellow.

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Characteristics of the Omo Oshumare:
They are typically ambitious and want to be rich by any means. They are patient and persevering, they are rarely frank and lack of generosity. Success often make them arrogant and vulgar.