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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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The 16 Truths of Ifa - Part III
What are the 16 Truths of Ifa? In Part III of this series, explore the 9th - 12th of the 16 Truths. Understand the values, beliefs, and expectations for all devotees of the West African Yoruba spiritual and cultural...
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The 16 Truths of Ifa - Part II
What are the 16 Truths of Ifa? In Part II of this series, explore the 4th - 8th of the 16 Truths. Understand the values, beliefs, and expectations for all devotees of the West African Yoruba spiritual and cultural...
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The 16 Truths of Ifa - Part I
In Episode 25, Iya Ekundayo described the 16 Laws of Ifa. These laws serve to guide the conduct and character of Iyanifa and Babalawo. The laws are specific guidance.
There are also the 16 Truths of Ifa. These 16...
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What are the 16 Laws of Ifa?
Did you know that there is a set of laws that guide the conduct and character of Iyanifa and Babalawo? The 16 Laws of Ifa from Odu Ifa (sacred text) give guidance that essentially guide the actions and character of...
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