Across
- 2. God of thunder and fire known for power and anger
- 6. Natural feature connected to spirituality and Ochun
- 8. Realm where spirits live and become ancestors
- 9. Natural force controlled by Shango
- 10. Sky god and creator of life who sent other gods to Earth
- 11. Kings who rule and guide society
- 12. Repeating pattern of destruction, learning, and rebuilding14.
- 14. Events caused when humans disobey the gods
- 16. Spiritual leaders who guide worship and connect to gods
- 19. Spirits of family members who have passed on
Down
- 1. Sacred element closely connected to the gods
- 3. God who created humans out of clay and represents purity
- 4. Idea that life continues and improves after destruction
- 5. The gods worshipped daily in Yoruba belief
- 7. Offerings made to gods and spirits for respect and favor
- 11. Goddess of love, beauty, and rivers who saved the Earth
- 13. Belief system from West Africa with gods, spirits, and creation stories
- 15. Story explaining how gods made Earth and humans
- 17. Material used by Obatala to create humans
- 18. Africa Region where this mythology developed, including Nigeria