Also known as: Danbala, Damballah, Damballah-wèdo, Damballah-Wedo, Damballa
Last updated: April 23, 2026
Danbala is the oldest lwa, the great white serpent who existed before speech. He is the sky father, the creator of the cosmos. With his 7,000 coils, he shaped the stars and planets, formed the hills and valleys, and by shedding his skin, created all the waters of the earth.
Cécile Fatiman - Would have known how to call him
Lwa Danbala
ezili-danto - The fierce mother vs. the calm father
Lwa Danbala - Ancient like Legba, but different role
Lwa Danbala - Called by Yanvalou
Lwa Danbala - The ancient serpent
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