Nri (Igbo) Cosmology
 

as Described in

NRI WARRIORS OF PEACE
by Chikodi Añunobi

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Sky Gods (Heavenly Beings):

Chi-Ukwu:
Big-God, Supreme God (same as Creator God)
Chi-neke:
Creator God (created all things; same as Supreme God).
Anyanwu:
God of Light or God the Light (Model of Perfection)
Agbala:
Perfect and Holy Spirit (embodiment of all holy beings in one). Charged with service and vocation. Giver of insight and wisdom
Eke:
God/Governor of the eastern sky (Heaven). Also the patron of Eke Markets and days
Oye:
God/Governor of the western sky (Heaven). Also the patron of Oye Markets and days
Afo:
God/Governor of the northern sky (Heaven). Also the patron of Afo Markets and days
Nkwo:
God/Governor of the southern sky (Heaven). Also the patron of Nkwo Markets and days
Nri Menri:
Council of all ascended Eze Nri (Nri kings)
Eze Nri:
Nri King, also called Igwe (Heavenly One. Ambassador of God on earth)

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Earthly Gods (Deities)

Aja-Ana:
Earth Goddess/Governess (Deliverer of Perfect Justice. The Seeker of Peace and Harmony)
Ikenga:
God of Strength. Appealed to for strength
Agwu:
God of Human Psychology (Regulator of Human Psychology). Appealed to for individual focus
Ifiejioku:
God of Yam or Agriculture. Regulates Agriculture
Aro:
God of Years. God of Time. God of All Seasons
Chi:

God in a person (human beings are seen as Gods as well)

 
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