Òsányìn Staff (Primary Title)
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Òsányìn is the Yoruba òrìsà (god) of herbal medicines. This staff is an emblem of diviners and doctor-priests who cure afflictions through rituals and remedies involving herbs. The birds on this staff reference Òsányìn’s ability to travel between heaven and earth using the powers of the celestial realm for the benefit of mortals.
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Gift of Dr. Hilbert H. DeLawter, in memory of his wife, Lori
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