Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

orenda

noun

/ɔːˈrɛndə/

Definition

A mystical force present in all people and their environment, believed to give them the power to affect the world around them.

Examples

The ancient Iroquois believed that every person possessed an orenda that could be harnessed to influence events.
During ceremonies, participants would call upon their orenda to seek guidance and strength.
She felt her orenda growing stronger as she connected more deeply with nature.

Meaning

Orenda refers to a spiritual energy or life force that is thought to empower individuals to impose their will on the world, often associated with the Iroquois culture.