Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Iemanjá
Noun
/jɛˈmɒndʒə/
Definition
Iemanjá is a popular and significant deity in Afro-Brazilian religions, often regarded as the goddess of the sea and motherhood.
Examples
- During the festival of Iemanjá, thousands gather at the beach to pay homage to the goddess.
- Many Brazilians believe that offerings placed in the ocean will be carried to Iemanjá.
- Iemanjá is often depicted as a beautiful woman dressed in white with flowing hair, symbolizing the sea’s waves.
Meaning
She is revered as the protector of fishermen, sailors, and all who depend on the sea for their livelihood.
Synonyms
- Yemaya
- Mother of Waters
- Queen of the Sea