Saturday, January 10, 2015

Ifa University: Traditionally is Oya a river diety or did she become that?

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Oya! Earlier in discussions we talked about the ose(axe) of Sango having a female face that is Oya. So when we see the male face in the axe is the for Oya with Sango face? Traditionally is Oya a river diety or did she become that? Student here.



Ifa University: Traditionally is Oya a river diety or did she become that?

Heaven knows the keys to my salvation

In Yoruba mythology, Orunmila is an Irunmola (Irunmole), and deity of destiny and prophecy. He is recognized as “ibi keji Olodumare” (second only to Olodumare (God)) and “eleri ipin” (witness to creation). Orunmila is also sometimes referred to as Ifa (“ee-FAH”), which is actually the embodiment of knowledge and wisdom and the highest form of divination practice among the Yoruba people.
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In the Santeria / Lukumi diaspora, specifically in present-day Cuba, Orunmila is also known as Orula & Orunla. Although Orunmila is not actually Ifa, the close association exists, because he is the one who leads the priesthood of Ifa and it was Orunmila who carried Ifa (the wisdom of Olodumare) to Earth. Priests of Ifa are called babalawo (father of secrets) or Iyanifa (female Ifa priest).


Orunmila is regarded as a wise man or sage, it was Orunmila (meaning; only heaven knows the keys to my salvation Orun-ni-mi-Ela). His name is actually Ela also called Elasoode (Ela ties Ide on), while in heaven assisting Olodumare with the organization and creation of the universe, which because of his great assistance and vast wisdom/knowledge Olodumare sent Orunmila to Earth with Oduduwa to complete the creation and organization of the world, to make it habitable for humans. Source Jareking


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Heaven knows the keys to my salvation

What is the weight of an OMO ALE?

The Yoruba have a saying, “Bi Ile kan ba si n toro, omo ale ibe ko i ti d’agba ni”.

My questions

1. What is the weight of an OMO ALE?

2. Does the English word BASTARD equate the Yoruba word OMO ALE?

Please give Spiritual, linguistic or etymological support to your contributions


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What is the weight of an OMO ALE?

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Tattoo: Does Odu mention them?

I notice the older women have them but they are patterns. What are the patterns if anyone knows. What method is used to do the tattoo ? Is it like the Polynesian way with tapping instrument?


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Tattoo: Does Odu mention them?

Why do all the crowns have a bird motif on top?

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The beaded crowns of the Oba’s. Why do all the crowns have a bird motif on top? What species of bird is it? It was mentioned that the art of Beadmakers is also becoming rare. How can we preserve their methods? So beautiful!



Why do all the crowns have a bird motif on top?

Pics: Ethiopian aircraft crash lands at Ghana airport

An Ethiopian air transport cargo airplane going from Lome, Togo to Accra Ghana at the beginning of today slid off the runway as it arrived the Kotoka Airport in Ghana.
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As indicated by a press release by Ghanaian aeronautics forces, the three team parts survived the accident and are presently receiving treatment at the 37 military healing center.


The reason behind the mishap has not been revealed yet observers said terrible climate could be a contributing factor.
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Pics: Ethiopian aircraft crash lands at Ghana airport

Photos: Kim Kardashian for Voque Australia

The star staggers on her first cover for Vogue Australia’s February Issue and 2nd for anything Vogue Magazine
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. An alternate pic after the cut…
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Photos: Kim Kardashian for Voque Australia

Kim K tells Kourtney, 'I bought you a career'

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Essential Aspects Of metal door to size - An Analysis

Anchoring a Door to your Masonry Entryway


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Essential Aspects Of metal door to size - An Analysis

Kema Chikwe's ex son-in-law, Dumebi Kachikwu held in alleged N750m scam

 Popular Abuja-based multi-millionaire businessman Dumebi Kachikwu, who used to be married to former Aviation minister Kema Chikwe's daughter, Somachi Chikwe, is being held by the EFCC over alleged N750million scam. Full report from Sahara Reporters below..

Troops foil terrorist attempt to occupy Damaturu while Mission to reclaim Baga is ongoing


Troops are on mopping up operation around Damaturu after successfully foiling and containing the terrorists attempt to occupy parts of the town. The terrorists had launched massive attack from different directions of the town on Friday evening, but troops were promptly mobilized to repel the attack that lasted the night resulting in heavy casualty on the terrorists before the rest of them retreated. Weapons including IEDs and Rocket Propelled Grenades captured from the terrorists are being compiled while their dead as well as civilian casualties are yet to be determined.
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Photos: Former MBGN queen, Stephanie Uche shines in all white

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She has nice shape after giving birth to 2 kids.



Photos: Former MBGN queen, Stephanie Uche shines in all white

Check out Burna Boy's (Laplate) Tongue, says it's for the ladies.

Check out Photos from Pres. Jonathan's daughter's wedding

Ini is president Jonathan’s niece. Her wedding to Simeon Onyemaechi held today in Abuja.
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Minister Adeboye, Bishop Oyedep, some state governors and numerous dignitaries went to the occasion. More photographs after the cut…






Check out Photos from Pres. Jonathan's daughter's wedding

Gen.Buhari condemns attack on PDP's campaign buses in Jos

APC Presidential candidate Gen. Muhammadu Buhari has denounced the assault on President Jonathan’s campaign bus in Plateau state earlier today.
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More tweets bellow.


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Gen.Buhari condemns attack on PDP's campaign buses in Jos