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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
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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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