Atete

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Atete, in Oromo mythology and religion, is a fertility goddess[1] worshipped at Kafa (Ethiopia).[2]

It is probably the subject of an ancient fertility rite performed by women who collect various sacred plants and throw them into the river.[3]

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  3. ^ Michael Jordan, Encyclopedia of Gods, Kyle Cathie Limited, 2002


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