- Obia (folklore)
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An obia or obeah is a monster in West African folklore. It is described as being a massive animal that witches send into villages to kidnap young girls.
It is also the common term in the Bay Islands of Honuduras for a witch, or the spell that is cast by the witch. This is most likely a traditional Garifuna word.
An obiama or obiaman is one who uses the power of obia.
Categories:- African mythology stubs
- African legendary creatures
- African mythology
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