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By Sinmisola Kareem Ifá Temple Chicago | Ilé Ìká Ìwòrì October 2025 --- Introduction When you first encounter Ifá, you meet it in language. The verses of the Odù, the invocations to the Òrìṣà, the wisdom encoded in proverbs—all arrive wrapped in Yorùbá words that carry centuries of spiritual technology. Many practitioners accept this beauty from a distance, content to hear translations, to study interpretations, to practice through intermediaries. But what happens when you mo

In the sacred library of Ifá, there are 256 books of wisdom, the Odù   Ifá, that map every contour of existence. The very first, the...

The circle forms, a human crucible of energy. The primal, metallic   twang of the berimbau cuts the air, answered by the deep heartbeat...

When many people think of a spiritual path, they might imagine a loose collection of   practitioners and followers. But to truly...

In the sacred tradition of Ifá, we understand that the universe was not born in silence. It was sung into being, spoken into   existence...

The primary reason Yoruba words most often end in vowels lies in its phonology: it is an open-syllable  language. The vast majority of  ...

In the heart of Yoruba wisdom, we understand that Ọ̀rọ̀ – the word, speech, and language – is not merely a tool for communication, but a...

Welcome, beloved community, to a deeper exploration of the heart of Isese – Iwòsàn , the sacred art of healing. In a world often focused...

opon Ifa tray and Opele open in (Eji Ogbe) Welcome to the Ifá Temple Chicago Blog! Ifá is more than divination—it is a way of life...

Let the good times roll! For many, the path to spiritual understanding is paved with words and contemplation. For me, it began with a...

Unveiling the Mysteries of Obi: The Sacred Kola Nut Oracle of Ifa Welcome, truth-seekers, to an exploration of Obi divination , a...

In Ifá, taboos ( ẹ̀ẹ̀wọ̀ ) play a significant role in maintaining harmony between the individual, their destiny ( ọ̀rìṣà ), Ifá, their Òrì...

Bàbáláwo Institute – Iká Ìwòrì Ifá Temple Chicago Introduction (English & Yorùbá) English: Welcome to the Ifá Temple Chicago blog, where...

Introduction For African Americans, reconnecting with Yorùbá spirituality is more than a spiritual pursuit—it’s an act of reclamation,...

Introduction: Alright, chombas, let’s talk about something real for a change. Forget the corpo propaganda and the braindance escapism for...

Receiving an Èṣù shrine is a significant spiritual step in Yoruba Ifá tradition, offering numerous benefits rooted in both esoteric and...

Intricately carved Esu Alaje wooden figure adorned with traditional beads, showcasing artistic craftsmanship. 1. Who is Ẹ̀ṣù? Ẹ̀ṣù is one...

Ifá is more than a system of divination; it’s a spiritual guide that holds us accountable to our destinies and helps us align with our...

Unveiling the Mysterious Influence of Ebo: A Modern Approach to Spiritual Transformation By Ifakolade Sangodamilare Introduction Across...

The Cost and Significance of Sacrifice in Ifá Spirituality Exploring the Archetypes of Orunmila, Eshu, Ajé, and Shango Welcome to this...