In Yorùbá religion, daily offerings (àdímú), sacrificial offerings (ẹbọ), festivals, divination, and ancestral veneration weave a sacred rhythm that connects us to our Orí, the Òrìṣà, and our ancestors. These living traditions offer balance, guidance, and resilience in a changing world.

The ancestors — Egún — are the first we honor, for they walk with us and clear the path to the Òrìṣà. A shrine need not be elaborate: water, light, food, drink, and prayer are enough to give them a seat among the living. Each day we pour libation and call their names so they are never forgotten. Ifá teaches: “Okú ò níí jẹ́ kó lọ; ẹni tó bá gbàdúrà sí Egún, àláfíà ló ní rí.” To honor Egún is to stand strong upon the shoulders of those who came before.

In Yorùbá tradition, staying close to our ancestors—Ẹ̀gún—is more than belief. It’s a way to stay grounded, guided, and whole. Through simple acts of prayer, offerings, and good character (Ìwà Pẹ̀lẹ́), we keep their memory alive and allow their wisdom to walk with us. Honoring them is not performance—it is a relationship.

Pouring libation—known in Yorùbá as ìtù omi or omi tútù—is a sacred act of calling the ancestors, cooling the path, and restoring spiritual balance. Rooted in Yorùbá tradition and echoed across the African diaspora, libation offers remembrance, protection, and alignment with divine order. Whether through fresh water or sacred prayer, this ritual invites calm, clarity, and connection between the living and the ancestral realm.

Yorùbá spirituality is a living Indigenous tradition practiced across West Africa and the diaspora. At its core is ancestral lineage—honoring the Ègún (ancestors) as guides, protectors, and sources of wisdom. Through rituals, offerings, and oral tradition, Yorùbá communities maintain a sacred connection across generations. Ancestors are never gone—they walk with us, shaping our path with their presence and power.

Yorùbá spirituality is a holistic path that nurtures the spirit, mind, emotions, body, and material life. Through divination, ancestral veneration, rituals, and herbal wisdom, it offers guidance, clarity, and connection to divine forces. Rooted in tradition and community, it helps individuals align with their destiny (Orí) and live with purpose, balance, and spiritual fulfillment.

In the rich tapestry of Yorùbá spirituality, prayer occupies a central place, serving as a sacred bridge between the earthly realm and...