Mawu

Mawu is a supreme creator deity in the religious traditions of the Ewe people of Togo and Benin. In the Ewe language, the name "Mawu" translates to "sun" or "day." Mawu is often considered the mother of all things and is associated with the moon, while the male counterpart, Lisa, is associated with the sun. Together, Mawu and Lisa form a dualistic deity representing the balance of nature. In the Fon religion of Benin, Mawu is known as "Mawu-Lisa," reflecting the combined aspects of the divine pair. The concept of Mawu is central to the spiritual and cultural practices of the Ewe people, embodying the principles of creation, fertility, and the cyclical nature of life. In Yoruba, Mawu is sometimes linked to the orisha Oshun, who is also associated with the moon and fertility. The worship of Mawu involves rituals and ceremonies that honor the divine feminine and the natural world.