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Manifesting Blessings through Orí and Àṣẹ
In Yorùbá spirituality, every blessing begins with Orí — the inner head and seat of destiny. By honoring Orí, walking with the ancestors (Ègún), invoking àṣẹ through prayer and song, and performing rituals like èborí and ẹ̀bọ, we transform Òṣòbó (misfortune) into ire (blessing). With ìwà pẹ̀lẹ́ — gentle character — these blessings endure, bringing balance, harmony, and abundance to our lives and communities.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 12, 20245 min read


From Misfortune to Blessing: Rebirth in Yorùbá Spirituality
In Yorùbá spirituality, no misfortune (Òṣòbó) is final. Every blockage carries the seed of blessing (ire). Through rituals of cleansing (èwẹ̀ ní lara), offerings (ẹ̀bọ), honoring the head (Orí), and remembering the ancestors (Ègún), rebirth becomes a living process of renewal. This path reminds us that alignment with destiny and divine order opens the way to balance, joy, and transformation.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 12, 20244 min read
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