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Yorùbá Culture in the United States: A Growing Community
Yorùbá culture thrives in the U.S., connecting communities through vibrant festivals, spirituality, and a rich heritage of traditions.

Alaje Fadesiye
Nov 1, 20245 min read
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The Sacred Thread: Ancestral Lineage in Yorùbá Culture
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.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read
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Oba and Oriatè: Leadership and Spiritual Stewardship in Yorùbá Tradition and the Diaspora
The Oba and Oriatè represent two powerful expressions of Yorùbá cultural leadership—one rooted in ancestral kingship in West Africa, the other in ritual mastery in the diaspora. From courtrooms to altars, both serve as bridges between the living and the divine, upholding tradition, guiding communities, and preserving the sacred wisdom of the ancestors across generations.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read
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The Sacred Role of the Ìlẹ̀ in Yorùbá Spirituality
The Ìlẹ̀ is the spiritual hearth of Yorùbá tradition—where rituals are preserved, ancestors are honored, and divine connection is nurtured. It’s a place of community, mentorship, and sacred continuity, guiding devotees toward alignment with Orà and the Orisa. From naming ceremonies to ancestral altars, the Ìlẹ̀ sustains both personal transformation and cultural survival—especially for younger generations reclaiming their roots.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20243 min read
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Ilé: The Sacred Center in Yorùbá Spirituality
Ilé is more than a house—it is the sacred center where Yorùbá spirit, ancestry, and community converge in timeless harmony.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 8, 20242 min read
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