Ọlọ́run aláàánú

Oh-loh-roon ah-lah-ah-noo

Meaning: The Merciful God

Language: Yoruba

Yoruba Etymology Breakdown

Ọl(ú)

Owner

+
ọ́run

heaven/sky

Literal meaning: Owner of the heavens / God

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Attributes:

  • Mercy
  • Forgiveness

Scripture References:

Context of Use: Used in repentance and altar calls

Divine Personality: Merciful Father

Notes: Found in both traditional and Christian Yoruba liturgy

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