The Yoruba Spiritual Training Manual

Discover Your Ancestral Roots with The Yoruba Spiritual Training Manual – Now Available in Paperback! Many people in the U.S., the Caribbean, and Latin America have ancestral ties to the Yoruba tribe, whose members were forcibly brought to the Americas during the transatlantic slave trade. Despite the disruptions of the 18th and 19th centuries, Yoruba culture has endured, thriving worldwide through art, music, dance, and religious practices such as Santería, Candomblé, Umbanda, and Haitian Vodou. The Yoruba Spiritual Training Manual explores these powerful traditions, offering you an in-depth understanding of Yoruba spirituality. In this book, you will: Learn how to create a sacred ancestral shrine and build a dedicated space to honor your ancestors. Learn how to connect with the Yoruba Orishas and explore over twenty in-depth descriptions of the powerful Orishas, uncovering their roles, symbols, and offerings. Explore the techniques and learn how to perform both Obi Agbon (coconut) and Obi Abata (kola nut) divination. Gain a concise understanding of the sixteen major Odu Ifa. Delve into the concepts of Ori (destiny) and Iwa-Pele (character), and learn how they shape your life's journey and much more! This book is an invaluable resource for both newcomers and those well-versed in Yoruba spiritual practices. It provides a comprehensive understanding of contemporary beliefs, offering readers a solid foundation to build upon. Here are brief descriptions of each chapter: Chapter 1: Exploring Yoruba Civilization Journey through Ile-Ife, the cultural heart of the Yoruba people, uncovering the rich traditions and beliefs foundational to Yoruba culture. Chapter 2: Unveiling the Yoruba Concept of the Divine Explore the multifaceted Yoruba understanding of God and the vital spiritual power known as Ase. Chapter 3: The Orishas Explore over twenty powerful deities known as Orishas, with detailed descriptions and unique associations. Chapters 4–6: Ancestors and Atunwa Learn to connect with ancestors and explore Atunwa, akin to reincarnation, and how the Yoruba honor their heritage. Chapter 7: The Philosophy of Spiritism Discover the philosophy of spiritism in Yoruba belief, including divination with ordinary playing cards. Chapters 8–9: Ori and Kojoda Explore Ori, the concept of spiritual consciousness, and Kojoda, revealing how time and destiny intertwine. Chapter 10: Dreams and Egbe Communities Delve into dreams and the significance of Egbe communities in Yoruba culture. Chapters 11–13: Life Stages in Yoruba Society From birth rituals to initiation ceremonies, explore various life stages and definitions of morality. Chapters 14–17: Divination Processes Uncover intricate divination processes like Odu Ifa, sacrifice, ire (blessings), and Osogbo (misfortunes). Chapters 18–21: Obi Divination and Yoruba Medicine Learn about Obi divination, traditional Yoruba medicine, and what to look for in a spiritual community. Start your journey to spiritual awakening today – connect with the timeless wisdom of the Yoruba ancestors!