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Spotlight on Key Terms in Yorùbá Culture and Spirituality
Yorùbá culture is celebrated for its depth, complexity, and vibrant traditions. At its core lies a spiritual system rich with symbolism,...

Alaje Fadesiye
Oct 16, 20244 min read


Honoring the Ancestors: The Heart of Yorùbá Spirituality
In Yorùbá spirituality, honoring the ancestors (Ìbòjútó àwọn Ègún) is a living practice. Ègún are not gone — they walk with us, guiding and protecting. Through offerings, prayers, and rituals like pouring òmí tùtù, we maintain this sacred bond. Whether through dreams or divination, we seek their wisdom. Honoring their roots us in who we are and reminds us we, too, are becoming the ancestors of tomorrow.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Committing to Ifá or Orisa Worship: A Path of Initiation and Belonging
Committing to Ifá or Orisa worship is a sacred journey of transformation, guided by divination, Orí, and ancestral wisdom. Through initiation, joining an Ìlẹ̀, and daily devotion, seekers align with divine purpose and embody Ìwà Pẹ̀lẹ́. This is not a path of curiosity—it is a lifelong commitment to spiritual growth, service, and honoring the forces that shape and sustain life.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20244 min read


The Yorùbá Ìlé: Structure, Kinship, and Spiritual Lineage
In Yorùbá culture, the ìlé—or extended family compound—is more than a home; it is a living institution of kinship, ritual, and moral responsibility. Each member, from elders to children, holds a sacred role in preserving ancestral wisdom, spiritual alignment, and communal well-being. Through daily actions, family meetings, and lineage-specific rites, the ìlé sustains both heritage and harmony across generations.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20244 min read


A Devotional Guide to the Sacred Realms of Yorùbá Tradition
In Yorùbá spirituality, the sacred realms of Ọ̀run, Ayé, Orí, and beyond are not abstract—they are alive, relational, and reachable through ritual, prayer, and ancestral wisdom. This guide offers a devotional path for walking between worlds with reverence and truth.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20243 min read
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