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The figure Yoruba dynasties descend from, held simultaneously as a creation divinity, a migrating conqueror, and an ancestor, sometimes as female, and now as the name of a political identity.

The figure credited in tradition with founding both Ọ̀yọ́ and the second Benin dynasty, what the traditions say, where they conflict, and why the stone monolith bearing his name cannot date him.

A comprehensive scholarly reference on Ọ̀ràǹmíyàn, examining his theological domains, royal historiography, ritual titles, priesthood structures, monuments, and transatlantic diaspora divergence.

An examination of the week-long festival commemorating the founder of the Oyo Empire, detailing its historical traditions, ritual officiants, performance genres, and modern institutionalization.