Waaqeffannaa
Waaqeffannaa, also spelled Waaqefannaa, is the traditional religion of the Oromo people of the Horn of Africa. Central to the faith is the belief in Waaqa (Waaq), the supreme creator and sustainer of the world. In many accounts Waaqeffannaa is described as monotheistic, though regional variations may acknowledge reverence toward natural forces or ancestral beings connected to Waaqa. The religion emphasizes a direct relationship with the divine and guidelines for ethical conduct within the community.
Ritual life is led by Waaqeffattoota, practitioners who oversee prayers, songs, and offerings conducted at sacred
Historically, Waaqeffannaa coexisted with Islam and Christianity among the Oromo. At times it faced suppression or
The topic links to related areas of study and culture, including the Oromo people, the Irreecha festival,