Shakpana

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In Dahomey mythology, Shakpana (or Sopono, Sakpata) is the divinity of smallpox. He inflicted insanity and disease on humans.

The equivalent in Yoruba mythology is Sopona, and in Orisha, Babalu Aye.

This article relating to an African myth or legend is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.

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• Yoruba gods


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• Health gods


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