In a time when many people are re-evaluating spiritual frameworks that feel rigid or polarizing, the word dualism comes up often. Dualism suggests a world split into opposing forces—good versus evil, light versus dark, sacred versus profane. Recently, I heard someone say they were stepping away from Orisha tradition because they were moving beyond dualism.

I want to gently and clearly offer this truth:

An Ori is considered positive when it fulfills things like helping those less fortunate, helping one’s community, and bettering oneself.

The Orisha and Their Natural Elements

The Orisha are not just deities; they are the living forces of nature, guiding us through life. By understanding their connection to the natural world, we can deepen our relationship with them and embrace their wisdom in our daily lives.

The energy of the charity worker is similar to the work of a boddhisatva. Sacrificing yourself for the good of the whole.