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📌 Please read carefully — this knowledge is essential for anyone seeking deeper understanding of Ifá. Feel free to ask questions in the comments! Introduction: The Big Question About Itefa One of the most common questions people ask is: “How many days does it take to complete Itefa (Ifá initiation)?” The short answer: 3 days. But others say it takes 7, 9, 13, 17, or even 27 days (sometimes called Itadogbon ). Surprisingly, all of these answers can be true — but the real question is: what actually happens during those days, and why do the timeframes differ? The Traditional 17-Day Itefa (Itadogun) Historically, the traditional period for Ifá initiation was 17 days, known as Itadogun. This practice has been recorded for over a hundred years. So why was the process reduced to just 3 days in modern times? Are any rituals missing? Let’s break it down. What Happens During Itefa? Itefa is one of the most profound and spiritually intense initiations in Yoruba tradition. It is the p...

In a fast-paced world shaped by technology, urbanization, and shifting values, the ancient spiritual science of Ifá  remains more relevant than ever. Rooted in Yoruba cosmology , Ifá is not just a system of divination—it is a comprehensive ethical, spiritual, and philosophical framework that helps individuals and communities navigate life with clarity and purpose. This article explores how the timeless principles of Ifá can still guide our modern lives—offering moral insight, personal growth, cultural identity, and healing. 1. Ifá as a Moral and Ethical Compass In an age where moral ambiguity often clouds judgment, Ifá provides a solid ethical foundation  grounded in integrity, justice, patience, and humility. The verses of Odu Ifá  (sacred texts) are filled with timeless moral lessons that help individuals understand right from wrong, fostering harmony in personal and communal life. One such verse is from Ogbe-Osa , where Ifá emphasizes honesty even in the face of hardsh...

  O lodumare, the Supreme Being in Yoruba cosmology, is known for His inscrutable and miraculous ways. Throughout history, countless stories and Ifa verses reveal how the divine hand of Olodumare transforms lives in the most unexpected and extraordinary manners , which is why He is given the praise name “Oba Awamaridi” (Mysterious King).   Sometimes, people go to bed hungry and hopeless, only to wake up the next day enveloped in abundance and breakthrough beyond their wildest imagination. That’s the unfathomable power of Olodumare. One moment, the heat of life may feel unbearable, and the next, a cool breeze of relief may sweep through, bringing comfort, joy, and clarity. That’s the mysterious way in which Olodumare works.  Ogunda-Borogbe (Ogbe) attests to this when it says:   Bi a ba da Ogunda b’orogbe sile Omo Awo a feje Omo Awo a fe’mu Omo Awo a fidi orere bale A difa fun Olodumare Agotun Eyi to nse ohun gbogbo bi idan bi idan Ko ma si ohun Olorun ko le se Bo ba s...