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The Yorùbá Worldview: Understanding Concepts of Destiny, Spirituality, and Community
Discover the Yorùbá worldview: Ayanmọ (destiny), Àṣẹ (spiritual energy), and Ègbè (community) unite life, spirit, and purpose.

Alaje Fadesiye
Dec 16, 20244 min read


The Importance of Dealing with Oneself and Orí in Yorùbá Tradition
Orí—the divine inner head—is the spiritual GPS guiding our destiny and consciousness in Yorùbá tradition. Through honoring Orí and cultivating ìwà pẹ̀lẹ́ (good character), we align with Olódùmarè’s divine will and tap into àṣẹ, the creative life force. This sacred relationship empowers us to navigate life’s challenges, grow spiritually, and fulfill our true potential.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read


The Real Work of Spiritual Development in Yorùbá Tradition
Spiritual development in Yorùbá tradition calls for deep self-reflection, ritual, and character. Orí is like a spiritual GPS—guiding us toward our highest self and destiny (ayànmọ̀). Through ancestral wisdom, community support, and alignment with àṣẹ, we transform challenges into growth and walk the sacred path with humility, purpose, and inner clarity.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Yorùbá Spirituality: A Sacred Path of Mystery and Meaning
Yorùbá spirituality is a living tradition rooted in ancestral wisdom, divine order, and ritual practice. Through initiation, prayer, and alignment with one’s Orí, practitioners engage the sacred unseen. Whether guided by Ifá diviners or Òrìṣà priests, this path invites not curiosity alone, but reverence, patience, and a commitment to becoming part of its living legacy.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Initiation in Yorùbá Religion: A Sacred Rite of Passage
Initiation in Yorùbá religion is a sacred rite of passage marking spiritual rebirth and alignment with one's destiny. It begins with a divine calling, followed by divination, cleansing, ritual offerings, and sacred ceremonies. Through this process, the initiate deepens their connection to Orí, the Orisa, and ancestors, receiving spiritual tools and responsibilities that guide a lifelong path of service, character, and sacred alignment.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 9, 20243 min read


The Journey of Spiritual Development in Yorùbá Religion
Spiritual growth in Yorùbá tradition is a journey of alignment—guided by Orí, nurtured through Ìwà Pẹ̀lẹ́, and fulfilled through service. Like a garden tended with care, the soul blossoms through ritual, wisdom, and ancestral connection.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 9, 20244 min read


Lineage in Yorùbá Spirituality: A Sacred Thread of Connection
In Yorùbá spirituality, lineage (ìdílé) is a sacred thread connecting individuals to ancestors, Orisa, and the divine. More than bloodline, it is a spiritual inheritance—transmitting wisdom, rituals, and values across generations. Elders serve as guides, while shared rites and stories unite communities. Through lineage, devotees align with divine will, honor their roots, and walk a path of purpose and ancestral connection.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 9, 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


Breaking Spiritual Imbalance: A Yorùbá Path to Liberation
Divination in Yorùbá spirituality is more than a ritual—it's sacred guidance. Whether through the wisdom of Ifá and Ọ̀rúnmìlà or the direct messages received through Ẹ̀rìndílógún and Obi by Òrìṣà priests and priestesses, divination reveals what is hidden, restores clarity, and prescribes the path back to balance. It is here that devotees learn not only what is out of alignment, but how to realign their spirit through precise ritual, prayer, and the renewal of character.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20243 min read
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