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Our Word is Our Character

In the Yoruba tradition of Ifa, words are what bring to us the messages of Orunmila and the orisa. Words are the vehicle to impart wisdom and the means to alleviate our life struggles. By following the word of Ifa, we are guided to solutions. Looking beyond all the other parts that make up a…

Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions

Òkànràn Méjì is a powerful Odu that speaks to the raw force of emotion and the consequences of acting on … Continue reading Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions → The post Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions appeared first on Consult IFA.

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Eewo-Taboos and Living Life Within the Tradition of Ifa

The Yoruba tradition of Ifa is very clear about eewo-taboos-and every person initiated into Ifa, Itelodu, or who has a naming ceremony at birth, is given their taboos to guide them in life. These go beyond the Christian Ten Commandments of “Thou Shalt not…”. The taboos are very specific to your own special life path…

Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions

Òkànràn Méjì is a powerful Odu that speaks to the raw force of emotion and the consequences of acting on … Continue reading Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions → The post Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions appeared first on Consult IFA.

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The Odd Pairing of Esu and Joan Rivers

I am always fond of saying that I learn something new in orisa everyday and this week was no exception. For those of you not familiar with me, I work as a Iyanifa and Iyalorisa priestess, a cowrie shell diviner, a maker of Ifa medicines using plants and leaves and also as a physical medium…

Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Penalties of Unchecked Feelings

Òkànràn Méjì is a powerful Odu that speaks to the raw force of emotion and the consequences of acting on … Continue reading Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions → The post Odu Òkànràn Méjì: The Consequences of Unchecked Emotions appeared first on Consult IFA.

Odu Ìròsùn Òsá: You Reap What You Sow

In the sacred teachings of Ifá, Odu Ìròsùn Òsá reminds us that our daily actions shape the outcomes we experience tomorrow. This Odu carries a strong message about cause and effect, highlighting how consistency, intention, and right conduct set the tone for long-term results. It’s especially relevant in times when you’re questioning your path or…

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Eledumare, Ori, Orisa: The Puzzle of Ifa in Western Society

If you have not read any of my previous posts, my name is Iya Ekundayo. I was brought up in the Brazilian spiritual tradition of “Xango”, a diaspora offshoot of the Ifa tradition of the Yoruba people of Nigeria, and am a fully initiated Iyalorixa. I am also a Iyanifa, a priestess of Ifa of…

Odu Ìròsùn Òsá: You Reap What You Sow

In the sacred teachings of Ifá, Odu Ìròsùn Òsá reminds us that our daily actions shape the outcomes we experience tomorrow. This Odu carries a strong message about cause and effect, highlighting how consistency, intention, and right conduct set the tone for long-term results. It’s especially relevant in times when you’re questioning your path or…

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What Is Eewo? Understanding Taboos in Ifá Tradition

The Yoruba tradition of Ifa is very clear about eewo-taboos-and every person initiated into Ifa, Itelodu, or who has a naming ceremony at birth, is given their taboos to guide them in life. These go beyond the Christian Ten Commandments of “Thou Shalt not…”. The taboos are very specific to your own special life path

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