Asase
deity earth Asante single tradition · 1
As the Goddess of the Earth, she is credited as being the nurturer of the earth and is considered to provide sustenance for all. As such she is regularly worshipped so she doesn't withhold her abundance of resources. No one is allowed to change or agitate the land without the consent of Asase, which can only be gained by pouring libations to Asase.
When
Relationships
- co occurs with
- Asase Ya, Asase Efua, Asase Yaa
- child of
- Nyame
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“This proverb attests to the power of Asase, where anything earthly that has power is part of her power. Asase ye duru sen epo: lit The Land is much heavier than the Sea. This proverb shows the importance of Asase to the Akan.”
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