Ọlọ́run Àfàyàtọ̀

Oh-loh-roon ah-fah-yah-taw

Meaning: God of Distinction / Uniqueness

Language: Yoruba

Yoruba Etymology Breakdown

Ọl(ú)

Owner

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ọ́run

heaven/sky

Literal meaning: Owner of the heavens / God

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Attributes:

  • Holy
  • Set Apart

Scripture References:

Context of Use: Used in declaring God’s uniqueness above all gods

Divine Personality: Incomparable God

Notes: Often emphasized in high praise songs

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