An Ifa or Orisa name is a spiritual name given to a person in the Yoruba traditional religion of Ifa. It is used to identify a person’s connection to Ifa or a specific Orisa. Every name given in the Ifa tradition has a specific meaning. And it is directly related to the individual’s destiny or … Continue reading When Should You Receive an Ifa or Orisa Name?
Ifa divination is an ancient spiritual practice from the Yoruba people of West Africa. It is a form of divination that uses an oracle to communicate with the divine. The oracle, known as the Oracle of Ifa, contains a set of sacred objects used in traditional Yoruba divinity. Through this system, one can gain insight … Continue reading How Ifa Divination Works
Have you ever wondered what the inside of an Ifa temple looks like? Did you imagine a pristine building with traditional architecture? Or did you think about a space lined with prayer mats, beads, and other spiritual paraphernalia? Well, an Ifa temple and Orisa icons often look quite different than the average person imagines. Ifa … Continue reading Tour of an Ifa Temple in Oyo, Nigeria
Color therapy is a potent yet simple spiritual tool. You can easily raise your vibration with color if you understand this principle. However, we don't always think about how valuable colors are in our spiritual growth and development. Because we oftentimes neglect to implement colors in efficient ways, we cause ourselves unnecessary problems. I have … Continue reading Raise Your Vibration with Color
In a previous post, I briefly shared that I am a devotee of the Ifa spiritual system. But that post was primarily dedicated to discussing why I practice Haitian Vodou. In this post, I share more about how I got started in Ifa and how my journey has unfolded. Both Ifa and Haitian Vodou are … Continue reading My Journey into the Ifa Spiritual System