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3: Ewé and the making of Omi Èrọ

The process, Ifa verses and songs used in feeding leaves as part of preparing omi ẹ̀rọ.

2: Giving offering to Ifa and Òrìṣà

The second part of our Ìpele Gíga course delves into the intricacies of propitiating Ifa and Orisa.

1:2 Ìsọmọlórúkọ - Naming Ceremony

Naming a newborn baby is more than simply choosing a name. In Yoruba culture, one's name tells a story and plays an important role in the outcome of one's life. The naming ceremony involves selected items and prayers to ensure that the baby grows to enjoy a sweet and fruitful life.

1:1 Notes on Ẹsẹntáyé

Ifa verses and song that accompany the Ẹsẹntáyé ceremony

1: Ẹsẹntáyé (Àkosẹdáyé)

To start the Ìpele Gíga course, we look at the process of Ẹsẹntáyé which is the naming ceremony in Yoruba cosmology

Introduction to Ìpele Gíga