This series of classes provides details on the main foundations of the Ifa Orisa Spiritual Tradition.  The basis of the information and guidance provided is from a West African traditional perspective which may differ from some diasporic practices.  Therefore, the novice learner will greatly benefit as well as the more experienced priest who may want to acquire more knowledge on Isese/traditional practices.  The classes are led by Baba Sangosakin Ajala with assistance from Iya J. Oyinleye.

Baba Sakin delves into subjects such as Culture & Language, Ancestor Veneration, Orisa Details, Basic Divination, etc.  He also provides ancient stories called Itans and intriguing details passed down through generations of the tradition which give more understanding and show how Ifa and the Orisa are applicable to our daily lives.  Open-minded discussions and class interactions give students a broad range capacity for learning. 


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Course Curriculum

  • 1

    Foundation of the Tradition

    • How the Tradition Started: Irunmole and Orisa

    • Differences Btwn Lukumi Orisha (Diaspora) & Traditional (Isese) Ifa Orisa Practices

    • Orisa Student Notes & Course Outline

    • Q&A Instructor Notes

  • 2

    Ori and Egungun (Ancestors)

    • Detailed Explanation, Odu (parables), Offerings, Proper Veneration

  • 3

    Esu (Eshu) and Osun (Oshun)

    • Detailed Explanation, Odu (parables), Offerings, Proper Veneration - Part 1

    • Detailed Explanation, Odu (parables), Offerings, Proper Veneration - Part 2

    • Invocation (Oriki) and Songs for Eshu

    • Invocation (Oriki) and Songs for Osun

  • 4

    Ogun and Sango (Shango)

    • Detailed Explanation, Important Odu (parables), Offerings, Proper Veneration

    • Invocation (Oriki) and Chants (Odu) for Ogun

  • 5

    Obatala, Oya, and Iyemoja (Yemaya)

    • Detailed Explanation, Odu (parables), Offerings, Proper Veneration

    • Invocation (Oriki) for Obatala, Oya, and Iyemoja

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