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Compassion is a vital virtue that plays a significant role in achieving prosperity and development. According to Ifa's teachings in Ika-Ofun, adhering to key principles such as honesty, authenticity, and kindness can foster a more harmonious and loving world. The odu goes thus:  Ìká funfun Dífáfún àwọn Àgbàgbà mẹ́rìndínlógún Tí wọ́n ńrelé-ifẹ̀ Wọ́n ńlọ yan orí ogbó, orí atọ́ Ẹbọ ni wọ́n ní kí wọ́n orú Kí wọ́n sì pa ìkìlọ̀ mọ́ K'á ma jalè K’á ma purọ́ K’á ma ṣèké K’á ma dà’lẹ̀ K’á ma sàn-án bàntẹ́ awo K’á ma f’esúrú pe esùrù K'á ma gba ọ̀pá l'ọ́wọ́ afọ́jú K'á ma fí dúdú pe funfun K'á ma gba ọ̀nà-ẹ̀bùrú wọ ilé àkàlà K'á ma ṣe ìkà ara ẹni K'á ma ṣe ojúayé K'á ma gbé ẹ̀bi fún aláre Translation : Ika Funfun (an ancient Awo) Cast Ifa for the 16 elders Who were going to Ile Ife To go and choose longevity and vitality of Life They were advised to offer Ebo and to keep these commandments: Not to steal Not to tell lies  Not to betray Not to be treacherous  N...

The Egba community converged in Abeokuta this past Saturday (05-04-2025) for the annual Lisabi Festival, paying tribute to their revered hero, Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, a fearless champion of freedom whose enduring legacy continues to unite Egba descendants worldwide. This year's celebration, themed Ègbáliganza 2025, seamlessly blended cultural heritage with contemporary style. The grand finale was a dazzling spectacle of glamour and fashion, showcasing stunning traditional attire, including Ofi, Adire, and Afrocentric designs that highlighted the richness of Egba culture.   Here are 10 facts about the Orisa adayeyan (The one selected on earth) Lisabi.   1. Lisabi's origin:  Lisabi was from an Egba village called Itoku, but he lived in Igbehin. 2. Lisabi's goal:  He conspired to achieve independence for the Egba people from the Alaafin of Oyo's empire. 3. Humanity:  Lisabi was always willing to help other members in their farmland but never requested their own ser...

In the Yoruba language, " Ẹ̀san " is a term that translates to "the pay" or "payment." However, its meaning extends far beyond the concept of reward or punishment. Esan is a timeless and multidimensional principle that encompasses various aspects of existence, including retribution, vengeance, and reward. It is not limited to material or perceivable manifestations but is a fundamental aspect of the universe.   The concept of Ẹ̀san  bears similarities to the Sanskrit word "Karma," which also implies a universal principle of cause and effect. Esan is an all-encompassing principle that inevitably expresses itself, regardless of time or space. It is not something that is given to someone as a reward or punishment but rather an inherent consequence of one's actions.   In the Ifa, Ẹ̀san  is recognized as one of the causal factors of mental ill-health. The concept of retribution is closely tied to Esan, where an individual's actions have consequ...

Odi-Meji children are blessed with a unique destiny, guided by the principles of Ifa. Here are some key characteristics and traits associated with Odi-Meji children: 1. Protection and Guidance: Odi-Meji children are protected and guided by Ifa through four major Odu: Eji-Ogbe, Oyeku-Meji, Iwori-Meji, and Odi-Meji. 2. Longevity and Prosperity: Odi-Meji children have the potential to live a long and prosperous life, blessed with good health, wealth, and a fulfilling family life. 3. Gratitude and Contentment: To achieve their full potential, Odi-Meji children must show gratitude to Olodumare and be content with their achievements in life. 4. Success in Multiples of Four: Odi-Meji children often experience success in multiples of four, acquiring four or more of the good things in life, such as children, houses, cars, and business ventures. 5. Local Environment: Odi-Meji children thrive best in their local environment and may not achieve the same level of success when they travel outside th...

1.  Y ou must never abandon Ifa for any other religious faith :  This is because Ifa has  been  giving you support and elevation on so many occasions and Ifa believes that you should follow the religion that has supported you to overcome your obstacles and to gain success.   2.  You m ust never tell lies :  Ogunda bede abhors lies and as advises all its initiates never to tell lies. In the same vein, you must never move with those who are dishonest and those who cheat others . Failure to abide by this may bring forth unconsummated fortune.   3.  You m ust never pay good with evil :  In other words, Ogunda bede children must never be an ingrate. Paying good with evil may lead to your  downfall, and in most cases, slow and painful disaster.   4.  You m ust never steal :  Deter yourself from any act of stealing as Ogunda-bede frowns upon it. Indulging in this kind of anti-social act may incur the wrath of the divinities....

You probably must have noticed an Ifa/Orisa practitioner offering a piece of food to ile before eating, and then you wonder why they indulge in such act.. Yes, your mind is right... it has spiritual attachment.   This practice is called   “iyanle” , an act of pouring or offering a particle of food or some liquid before consumption. As Ifa/Orisa devotees, we believe is a form of sacrifice. Sacrifice to who right? sacrifice to Ile, mother earth.   Then you ask yourself, why is it important to do this?   Well, Orunmila, the witness of destiny, mandated it for all his followers to indulge in this practice. This is evident in the sacred verse of Ika di when it says:   Kalankadii Agagaiga Ojo nla ni takiti leyin abuke Adifafun Ile Tii seru akora Barapetu Adifafun Orunmila Baba ji, baba n fomi Oju sogbere Ire Gbogbo aworo ope, E jeka ma yanle ka to jeun Gbogbo aworo ope, E jeka ma yanle ka to mu   Translation : Kalankadii Agagaiga It is the heavy rain that stumble...

There are many names that can be given to a child related to abiku. Some of which were listed and explained in the part one of this term. Another 10 are listed and translated below: Kòkúmó (male/female) [This child] will die no more, this child has come to stay. This particular name is given to a child whose parents are sure that the spiritual work done to stop him/her from dying is potent and is effective. Kòsọ́kọ́ (male) No hoe/shovel [to dig a grave]. No one is willing again to dig a grave for the child if he chooses to die. Májẹ̀ẹ́kódùnmí (male) Minimize my sorrow. This is a resignatory statement from the parents of the child urging him to die if he chooses to die, without wasting their time and/or giving them false hope of living be cause of the uncertainty that surrounded his previous births. Since it is believed that the same child has previously been born, again and again and into the same family, and has died each time, the trepidation is that he might die again ...

In Yoruba land and Africa in general, we have for so long allowed others to define our reality from their own sociocultural perspectives. Nowadays, our perception of reality is skewed towards the definer's worldview. Our ancestral ontological and epistemological ways of knowing and defining reality are undermined due to the systemic band of menticide we have jumped on. Our values and belief systems are gradually being relegated to the background.   This has not only created a misconception and mind control by the colonialists but also eroded the African philosophical and cultural standpoints which had helped to shape the reality of our ancestors. Religion was introduced to us during the sub-Saharan/trans-Atlantic slavery and colonization.  These foreign religions came with the baggage of a master-god mentality who sits high in the sky and the servant-humans who live down below and are expected to serve and obey him. This was evident in the way and manner the slave mast...