CAPOEIRA IS BETTER FOR SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS THAN JIUJITSU: THE LEGEND OF OGUN VS OSHUN

 

"MCHANGANYIKO WA KICHAWI WA WAZIMU UNAMCHUKUA OGUN"

   "THE ELIXIR OF MADNESS SEIZES OGUN"

In the traditional lore of the Yoruba mythology, Ogun is indeed revered as a mighty warrior king, renowned for his honor, discipline, valor, benevolence, and kindness. He is often depicted as a symbol of strength, resilience, and unwavering dedication to his people.

However, in the particular pataki involving Ogun and Oshun, a unique and extraordinary circumstance arises that challenges Ogun's usual demeanor and prowess. Unknown to him, his wine had been tainted with a potent magic elixir, imbued with the power to induce a state of lustful madness in those who consume it.

Under the influence of this enchanted elixir, Ogun's behavior becomes completely uncharacteristic and erratic. His normally disciplined and controlled nature is overridden by an overwhelming surge of unfettered desire, which blinds him to reason and morality. In his intoxicated state, he pursues Oshun with reckless abandon, driven by an insatiable craving that sweeps aside her protestations and his own sense of honor.

Furthermore, the magic elixir also clouds Ogun's usually sharp and strategic mind, impairing his legendary skills of war and combat. His movements become clumsy and predictable, lacking the strategic brilliance, precision and accuracy...but still retaining the power... that typically define his battle prowess. Thus, he becomes vulnerable to Oshun's cunning maneuvers and counterattacks.

This deviation from his usual noble character and exceptional abilities serves to underscore the potency of the magic elixir and the extraordinary circumstances surrounding Ogun's pursuit of Oshun. It highlights the unpredictable and transformative nature of magical forces within Yoruba mythology, which can influence even the mightiest of beings and disrupt the natural order of things.

Ultimately, this pataki serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of succumbing to unchecked desires and the consequences of tampering with mystical forces beyond one's comprehension. It emphasizes the importance of vigilance, self-control, and respect for the natural balance of the universe in the face of temptation and adversity...and it is the preface for the pataki below.

NGOMA YA UDANGANYIFU [ "THE DANCE OF DECEPTION" ]: OSHUN'S TRIUMPH OVER OGUN IN BATTLE

"In the realm of Yoruba mythology, there exists a tale of Orisha Ogun and Oshun that speaks to the resilience, wit, and physical prowess of the goddess of love and rivers.

During a time of great strife, Oshun found herself pursued relentlessly by Ogun, the fierce and determined warrior deity. Despite her attempts to evade him, Ogun's desire burned like a raging fire, driving him to pursue her with unwavering determination.

One fateful day, Ogun cornered Oshun against a sturdy wall, his eyes filled with fervor and desire. As he advanced, intent on claiming her as his own, Oshun knew she must act swiftly and decisively to defend herself.

Drawing upon her innate intelligence and agility, Oshun assessed the situation with a keen eye. With a calculated maneuver, she positioned herself strategically, ensuring that her own center of gravity remained stable and secure, even as Ogun's loomed imposingly above hers.

As Ogun lunged forward, his movements powerful but predictable, Oshun sprang into action. With a deft movement, she manipulated his center of gravity, disrupting his balance and causing him to teeter precariously on the edge of imbalance. In that crucial moment, Oshun seized the opportunity to strike.

Summoning her strength and resolve, Oshun synchronized her breath, superior body coordination, focus and intent as she flowed, rolled and torqued from standing to a low glissading posture, skimming across the top of the ground like a rock thrown across the placid surface of a flowing river. Ogun and those witnessing her movements were dumbfounded by the battle ballet of the beautiful Black goddess. 

Without pause, Oshun crashed into Ogun with the grace and unanswerable power of a raging river as she delivered a quintuple pronged attack. Her leading leg skimmed above the ground, sweeping one muscular leg of Ogun up towards the sky. 

 From the ground she rose with matchless fluid puissance driving the crown of her beautiful hair and head into Ogun, while her right palm undulated into Ogun's left inner knee with the vast might of a river overflowing. 

The affect of this aesthetic assault was the manipulating of Ogun's balance beyond the point of any man's ability to remain upright, launching him into the air with both legs wide. But even as removed from his right mind as Ogun was,  Oshun knew that Ogun...as an unmatched Master of War... could right himself and counterattack with lethal ability even when mid-air. 

With the body-mind-soul deep connection, rhythm, and collaborative timing of the very best dancers, Oshun let Ogun's body and her own body guide her to the exact right position at the exact right time to strike...even with both feet and one arm on the ground. As Ogun instinctively flailed to regain his balance, Oshun timed him perfectly and intercepted him at the most vulnerable moment with a fierce rising kick; punting Ogun squarely in the testicles. The force of her attack left him momentarily discombobulated.

Capitalizing on his moment of vulnerability, Oshun swiftly grappled with Ogun, using her superior agility and technique to overpower him. With a calculated maneuver known as Mkao Siri Wawindaji, she expertly subdued him, rendering him powerless beneath her grasp.

With Ogun incapacitated and humbled, Oshun emerged victorious, her spirit unbroken and her dignity intact. With grace and poise, she slipped from his grasp, leaving him to nurse his wounds and reflect on the folly of underestimating the strength and cunning of a goddess.

In this tale, Oshun exemplifies the power of intelligence, agility, and strategic thinking in overcoming adversity. By manipulating Ogun's center of gravity and exploiting his vulnerabilities, she not only outwits him but also demonstrates her prowess as a formidable warrior in her own right."

There are multiple lessons this timeless pataki teaches, which can be extracted and applied to the modern world. Let us examine the lessons in the first pataki regarding the Elixir of Madness which siezed Ogun. 

Over and over again, we see cautionary tales about drinking alcohol to excess, or leaving your drink unprotected in public areas. We also are warned over and over again...men and women...about the great importance of being exceptionally vigilant regarding our drinks...alcoholic or not...even when we're engaged in interesting, flirtatious, or even the surface level polite conversations with others. At all times, keep your food, drink or drinks, wallet, cellphone, keys, etc on your person and be sharply vigilant [ but not paranoid ] regarding them. 

If Ogun can be overcome by an elixir poured into his wine, then so can any of us. Therefore we must learn from Ogun's mistake and never repeat it. 

In the second tale, we learn not to be overconfident in our ability to overcome a smaller, weaker opponent; and we learn to not let our fleshly desires overwhelm our sense of honor and/or ability to think. Ogun...like everyone...held deep lustful feelings in his heart regarding Oshun, but Ogun always was in command and control of his feelings. But once the elixir broke the dam of Ogun's will, his lust for Oshun was so great that he felt he could claim her as his own whether she was willing to be his or not. And that is where his overconfidence placed him in a position to get his butt kicked, his ego bruised, and learn a truly important life lesson at the hands and feet of beautiful, young little Oshun.

This lesson should be taught to all girls and women of Kipura, Njia Uhuru Kipura and even Cardio Capoeira. Because these pataki aren't just fine tales or morality lessons; these tales also teach us how to do as the Orishas do. These tales actually guide us in learning how to acquire, apply and refine our Strategies, Tactics, Techniques and more. These tales actually guide us to and along the branches of sciences and arts the human intellect can create and cultivate...as you will learn in upcoming blogs.

**Alkebulan Sources:**

1. **Title: "The Handbook of Yoruba Religious Concepts"**

   - Author: Ifásegun Adeyinka Alaye

   - Bio: Ifásegun Adeyinka Alaye is a Yoruba priest (Babalawo) and scholar with over 20 years of experience in the practice and study of Yoruba religion. He holds a Ph.D. in African Studies and has published extensively on Yoruba spirituality and culture.

   - This book offers a comprehensive exploration of Yoruba religious concepts, including pataki (sacred stories) about the Orisha, their teachings, and their relevance in contemporary society.

2. **Title: "The Healing Wisdom of Africa: Finding Life Purpose Through Nature, Ritual, and Community"**

   - Author: Malidoma Patrice Somé

   - Bio: Malidoma Patrice Somé is a West African elder, author, and teacher known for his profound knowledge of Dagara cosmology and healing traditions. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the Sorbonne University in Paris.

   - In this book, Somé shares insights into the healing and transformative power of African spiritual traditions, including stories of the Orisha and their role in guiding individuals towards purpose and healing.

**Diasporic Sources:**

1. **Title: "The Orishas: A Pantheon of African Spirits"**

   - Author: Migene Gonzalez-Wippler

   - Bio: Migene Gonzalez-Wippler was a prolific Puerto Rican author and scholar specializing in esoteric subjects, including African diasporic religions. She held a master's degree in anthropology and authored numerous books on spirituality and metaphysics.

   - This book provides an exploration of Orisha traditions within the context of Afro-Caribbean and Latin American cultures, offering insights into their significance in daily life and modern applications post-2000.

2. **Title: "Yemoja: Gender, Sexuality, and Creativity in the Latina/o and Afro-Atlantic Diasporas"**

   - Author: Solimar Otero

   - Bio: Solimar Otero is a Cuban-American scholar and professor of Afro-Latinx and Caribbean religions at Louisiana State University. She holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology and has conducted extensive research on Yoruba-based traditions in the Americas.

   - Otero's book examines the multifaceted aspects of Yemoja, an Orisha associated with water and motherhood, exploring how her worship intersects with issues of gender, sexuality, and creativity in contemporary Afro-Latinx and Afro-Atlantic communities post-2000.

These sources offer diverse perspectives on Orisha traditions, their relevance in modern society, and the social and healing behaviors associated with their worship, authored by scholars with deep expertise in African and Diasporic spiritualities.

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