Ancient Roots, Modern Paths: Exploring Orisa and Ifa Wisdom

Ancient Roots, Modern Paths: Exploring Orisa and Ifa Wisdom

Hosted by: Iya Ekundayo Efuntomisin

Ancient Roots, Modern Paths: Exploring Orisa and Ifa Wisdom, is a captivating podcast that delves deep into the rich spiritual traditions of Orisa and Ifa belief. Embark on a transformative journey where ancient...

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I Do Good, But My Life Sucks! Why?

Are you a priest of Ifa or Orisa AND you have a full time job, family commitments, care giving, school, etc? Are you struggling to figure out how to balance your responsibilities for caring for your shrines?  You're...
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What is Your True Nature?

What does it mean to become Omoluabi, a person of honor and good will?  On our Earth journey, we are affected and impacted by circumstances, environments, and people. This may distort our true nature. Join Oloye...
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It is Character We Must Seek.

What draws you to the Orisa? Is it reawakening the spiritual tradition of your ancestors? Is it the desire to experience "magic" of an ancient tradition? There are many reasons why you may be drawn to the Ifa/Orisa...
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What is Your Relationship with the Orisa?

Are you a priest of Ifa or Orisa AND you have a full time job, family commitments, care giving, school, etc? Are you struggling to figure out how to balance your responsibilities for caring for your shrines?  You're...
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I Just Booked My Divination, Now What?

Have you booked a divination with an Iyanifa, Babalowo, or Olorisa? Are you wondering "what happens next"? Divination is an important aspect of the Isese tradition. Divination provides guidance, insight, and alignment...
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What If I'm Doing it Wrong?

"I want to be sure that I'm doing it right." This is a frequent statement that many devotees of the Orisa/Ifa tradition make when they believe that they are offending the Orisa by not praying right, chanting right,...
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If It Doesn't Feel Right...

"Trust your gut!" Has an elder or friend ever made this statement to you? In this episode of Ancient Roots, Modern Paths, Oloye Ekundayo tosses out some nuggets about trusting your gut as you start your journey on...
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3 Lessons from My Trip to Nigeria

Initiated to Ifa? Did you know there is an annual celebration marking your initiation to Ifa? Join Oloye Ekundayo as she share three insights and lessons from her recent journey to Nigeria for Odun Ifa celebration....
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A New Journey Begins...

Welcome to a new calendar year! 2024 will be what ever we create it to be.  As we all step into the new Georgian calendar year, Iya Ekundayo shares insights on ways to shift the energy around you to create new space...
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Chief FAMA Speaks: Life and Love of Ifa and Orisa Wisdom

Early on in my Ifa/Orisa journey, I discovered the writings of Chief FAMA. She is an esteemed leader and scholar in the Yoruba Ifa/Orisa tradition. Chief FAMA is a beacon of Light in the realm of Ifa/Orisa worship....
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What Needs a Clean Up?

 Do you remember the kindergarten song... "Clean up, Clean up, everybody, every where..." As 2023 winds down, what needs to be cleaned up in your life? Why drag unnecessary baggage into the new year? Join Iya...
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The 16 Truths of Ifa - Part IV

What are the 16 Truths of Ifa? In Part IV final episode of this series, explore the 13th - 16th of the 16 Truths. Understand the values, beliefs, and expectations for all devotees of the West African Yoruba spiritual...
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