Faro

Faro, according to the Mande people of ancient Mali, is commonly referenced as the god of restoration and fertility. In this respect, he is similar to the deity Ausar in ancient Kernet, who was also called the god of restoration, resurrection, and fertility. The Bamana, also called Bambara, like other Mande communities, honor Faro as the great light and creator god. In the Mande creation story, he symbolizes the restoring organizer of the universe. The role that Faro plays in the Mande creation story is widely shared among Mande-speaking communities (e.g., the Bozo, Bambara, Kurumba, Samogo, and Dogon), thus solidifying his significance in many Mande communities. The importance of Faro is illustrated in the Mande creation story.

According to the Mande creation story, God successfully created ...