Takhar

Takhar, or Taahkarr, is a demi-god of the Serer of Senegal, the Gambia and Mauritania. Serer appeal to him against injuries, oppression and evil magic.

He is worshipped at the foot of the tallest trees of a sacred forest, where he and his adversary Tiurakh, god of wealth and property, are believed to dwell. His high priests, the Saltigues, are old men from notable families who judged theft and witchcraft, relying on fear of Takhar more than on the non-lethal poison they gave the accused.