Religion

May this week bring us both wisdom and knowledge ase. Yoruba Proverb: Ogbon dùn-ún gbon; ìmo dùn-ún mo English Translation: Wisdom and knowledge are good things to have Photo credit: University of Iowa .

In the diaspora I hear good character but in traditional Isese I hear Gentle character. How does one display Iwa Pele? How does a person achieve Iwa Pele if they are trying to get it? What is the true translation? ...

UK-based Nigerian Pastor Olugbenga Oladejo cautions wedded couples against unholy sexual acts in this viral video .  It was shared in November 2014, yet we just got to be mindful of it when a user– keen to hear your perspectives – sent it ...

The ocean was full beyond the eyes,The lagoon overflowed,Those who swim in shallow water swam in the shallows,Those who swim in deep water swam in the deep water,The water trapped on a rock doesn’t flow away,The elders reviewed the matter ...

…that is a verse from an Odu I cannot remember which. Can someone help me? Which odu is it? It came to mind when I saw this icon. Thank you to all who help…

What are the references in Ifa to this divinity?

She attracts with her hard work and determination to reach goals. She handles her business and rules her household like a true queen bee. The pantry is stocked and the accounts are full. In her spare time she is planning ...

 I would not become a nun if I did not believe in the bible. Why do people come to Isese and take on initiations and priestly titles if they do not believe in IFA and Orunmila and the Orisa as ...

What authority does it give her? I am interested in learning the meanings and representations…also for other Orisa. Thank you.

I love elephants and would one day like to attend the big Erinle festival in Abeokuta one day. Can anyone add to the the things mentioned about Erinle in the article? I know it is male deity but also connected ...