African Mythology

The Gods and Spirits of Africa

YEBAN

Dogon Underworld God

Also known as Yéban

Part-time Spirit of the Underworld

He shares Underworld duties with his brother Andumbulu.

His father is the foxy trickster Ogo and his mother is the Earth.

Yeban Facts and Figures

Name: Yeban
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Yéban

Gender: Male
Type: God
Area or people: Dogon people of Mali
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role:
In charge of: the Underworld
Area of expertise: Underworld

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Article last revised on November 02, 2018 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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