Osanyin

Ancient Yoruba used Osanyin as the symbol for  pharmacy and medicine.

The symbol of a rod and snake used today comes from an ancient Greek legend. It is a combination of symbols representing Aesculapius, the Greek god.
Let us reclaim our culture and history and
replace the snake and rod with Osanyin.
Who is Osanyin?
Osanyin is the Orisa(not god) of Herbs and leaves.
He can be seen as the father of Medicine, Most of the names given to plants and herbs in Yoruba land were believed to be by Osanyin.His staff is composed of a circle of small birds and a shaft in the middle that elevates a large bird above smaller ones.
Credit Thinkers
The beautiful piece below was sold at auction, to show that our Yoruba artifacts are valued.
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