Tag: ileke beads

African woman wearing multiple ilekes while standing outdoors in a natural setting.

5 Things to Know Before You Wear Ilekes

Posted on by Dr. Asanee Brogan in Ifá Cultural Foundations, Ifá Tradition Teachings

Ilekes, also spelled as elekes, serve as meaningful spiritual tools within the Ifá tradition. Whether you are selecting your first … Continue reading 5 Things to Know Before You Wear Ilekes →

Red-and-black Esu ilekes alongside blue, white, green, and multicolor Orisha bead strands hanging in rows.

Ileke Beads in the Ifá Tradition: Exploring The Spiritual Meaning of Blessed Totems

Posted on by Dr. Asanee Brogan in Ifá Beliefs and Concepts, Ifá Tradition Teachings

Ileke beads, sometimes spelled elekes in diaspora communities, hold a central place in the Ifá tradition. They are consecrated tools … Continue reading Ileke Beads in the Ifá Tradition: Exploring The Spiritual Meaning of Blessed Totems →