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Ayànmọ̀: The Chosen Destiny in Yorùbá Thought
In the vast and intricate philosophy of Yorùbá spirituality, few ideas are as central and profound as Ayànmọ̀ , the concept of divine destiny. It reveals a worldview in which each human being is a participant in cosmic design — a soul who chose a unique path before entering the world of Ayé (Earth). This destiny is not random or imposed; it is self-chosen, recorded within the Orí (head), and sustained by the power of àṣẹ , the divine creative force. Understanding destiny in

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 13, 20245 min read
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