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Drumming, Dance, and Oríkì: The Language of Yorùbá Culture
Drumming, dance, and òríkì form a sacred Yorùbá triad—rhythm, movement, and praise unite to honor the divine, ancestors, and culture.

Alaje Fadesiye
Dec 16, 20246 min read


Meet the Òrìṣà: Ṣàngó, The God of Thunder
Ṣàngó, the Òrìṣà of thunder, embodies power, justice, and transformation. His fiery spirit inspires courage and balance in all who honor him

Alaje Fadesiye
Dec 4, 20244 min read


The Sacred Art of Pouring Libation in Yorùbá and Diasporic Orisha Traditions
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.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20245 min read


Honoring the Ancestors: The Heart of Yorùbá Spirituality
In Yorùbá spirituality, honoring the ancestors (Ìbòjútó àwọn Ègún) is a living practice. Ègún are not gone — they walk with us, guiding and protecting. Through offerings, prayers, and rituals like pouring òmí tùtù, we maintain this sacred bond. Whether through dreams or divination, we seek their wisdom. Honoring their roots us in who we are and reminds us we, too, are becoming the ancestors of tomorrow.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Yorùbá Spirituality: A Holistic Way of Life
Yorùbá spirituality is a holistic way of life rooted in reverence for nature, community, and ancestors. It guides personal growth through divination, ethical living, and ritual, emphasizing harmony between the physical and spiritual realms. Embodied daily, it fosters resilience, healing, and connection—offering timeless wisdom for a balanced, purposeful existence.

Alaje Fadesiye
Apr 11, 20245 min read
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