!Ka
The Rainmaker
Deity, Nature figure
Place of Origin: Southern Africa
Origin Date: Ancient times, specific date unknown
Domain: Rain, fertility
Symbols: Bird, snake
Attributes: Rainmaking, fertility
Epithets: None
Equivalents: None
Religion: San religion
Sacred Texts: Oral traditions and myths
Iconography: Depicted as a bird or snake in rock art
Relations: None
Description
!Ka is a deity responsible for bringing rain to the parched lands. Often depicted as a bird or a snake, !Ka is a powerful and vital figure in San mythology. The San people perform rituals to appease !Ka, seeking his favor to ensure a bountiful harvest and the continued survival of their people.
Narratives
Rainmaking: !Ka is invoked in rituals to bring rain and ensure the fertility of the land.
Worship Beliefs and Practices
Honored through rainmaking rituals and ceremonies, often involving dance and offerings.