African Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of Africa

DA

Fon Spirit

Also known as Da Zodji

Picture of the African Spirit Da from our African mythology image library. Illustration by Chas Saunders.

The Great Universal Snake

He is the mighty serpent who coils around the Universe and supports the Earth. Yes, really.

You may ask how he got the job in the first place. But we understand that Mawu-Lisa talked him into it.

Da Facts and Figures

Name: Da
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Da Zodji

Gender: Male and female
Type: Spirit
Area or people: Fon people of Benin and Togo
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: GOOD, quite approachable
Popularity index: 6864

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Article last revised on November 02, 2018 by Rowan Allen.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

References: Coming soon.

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