The Descent of Obatala and the First Land, Yoruba Creation Myth
In the primordial era, Obatala descends from the sky realm, Orun, to create solid land from Olokun’s vast waters using sacred sand and a five-toed hen. This Yoruba creation myth details the molding of the first humans and the founding of Ile-Ife, recounting challenges and the establishment of balance between land and sea.