Ogun
오군
World MythologyYoruba Tradition
"Orisha of Iron, War, and Labor"
✦ Personality Traits
Powerful
Hardworking
Fierce
Civilizing
Protective
✦ About
Ogun is the powerful Yoruba orisha of iron, war, and labor. He is the divine blacksmith who clears paths through the wilderness, making civilization possible. Warriors, hunters, and metalworkers all claim Ogun as their patron.
✦ Famous Story
Ogun cleared the first path through the primordial forest with his iron machete, allowing the other orishas to descend to earth.
✦ If You Match
You carry the iron strength of Ogun—a worker and warrior who clears paths for others.
✦ Also Known As
Ogoun
Ogum
