Omo Awo Training Package

(Student of Mystery System)

/fa is Eleri /pin (Witness to Fate)

“Initiation Without Education is an Abomination!”

This training package is respectfully dedicated to Baba lfa Yomi Fagbenro, Baba Tunde

Muyeeb, Baba Esu Dele Fagbenro and Baba Tyehimba Bandele our great community
leaders, teachers and guides!

Temple of MAAT Spiritual Center House of Destiny
Baba Samuel Obahnjoko -Priest

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E-mail: info@omoawo.com
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lfa Conference Call Class Agenda

Prayer
Basic Cosmology of lfa
The 16 truths of lfa
Group recite 16 Major Odus of lfa with their basic meanings and markings

Host Note – Each of the 16 Major are mated with each other to yield total 256 Odu lfa

Select Class Member (SCM) – Recite Cardinal Points of Universe English/ Yoruba
SCM – Recite Cardinal Principles of the East-Sex, Element, Function
SCM-Recite Odus in East and their Symbols
SCM-Recite Cardinal Principles of the West-Sex, Element, Function
SCM-Recite Odus in West and their Symbols
SCM-Recite Cardinal Principles of the North-Sex, Element, Function
SCM-Recite Odus in North and their Symbols
SCM-Recite Cardinal Principles of the South-Sex, Element, Function
SCM-Recite Odus in South and their Symbols

Host Note – Each Odu Pattern starting with Ogbe Meji follows the flow from East to West to North to South (Order of Maat). This determines the cardinal principles which govern that Odu. i.e. Direction, Sex, Element, Function etc.

Introduce the topic for discussion
Babalawo or Class provide information on topic of discussion
Solicit for comments, opinions, prayer request, and request closing prayer from lyawo (woman)

Omo Awa Study Outline

1st 28 day Assignment

Read and review Omo Awo Training Package, Guidelines, Network Listing, and Bank
Settlement Instructions. Memorize the Omo Awo Development Path in training pkg.
Cleanse your Ile (house) and set-up Ancestral Alter
Schedule New Omo Awo Orientation call with Baba Obahnjoko

2nd 28 day Assignment

Carefully study and retain the information from the following docs.
Odu Ifa Mother of Creation
Importance of lunar Calendar & 4 day week. Memorize names & basic meaning of each
Facts concerning the lunar calendar

3rd 28 day Assignment

Memorize Steps for Morning Salutations
Learn how to break Kola Nut for divination

4th 28 day Assignment

Learn how to do invocation for Ancestors. Wash, Anoint and Invoke.
Learn how to caste Obi Obata to Ancestors.
Read and study the book Obi Obata Divination

5th 28 day Assignment

Continue to study the details of invocation and casting Obi Obata Egungun.
Begin to recite Songs of Orisha and Ancestors

6th 28 day Assignment

Study and memorize the complete odu chart. Add symbols , colors and Orisha for each Odu
Begin to practice casting one hand of Odu to Egungun only!
Continue to learn songs ,chants and Oriki for Odus

7th 28 day Assignment

Continue to memorize odu chart
Practice casting one hand odu divination to Egungun
learn songs, chants and Oriki
Study and memorize the foods for all Orisha. Learn how to prepare and present Adimu
Final examination with the Babalawos/Elders and initiation to Egungun

Omo Awa Guidelines

Listed below is the revised Omo Awo Training Guidelines. All Omo Awos are required
to obey these instructions as prescribed by Ifa for a period of 7 Full Moons, twenty-eight
days per month. Non- adherence can lead to the termination of Omo Awo status.
(Spiritual Development Requires Discipline and Perseverance)

Seven Full Moon Guidelines

Each Omo Awo must receive their first 17 day reading from Ifa (Etadogun) and
complete instructions, offerings and ebos.
All requirements specified by Ifa must be completed prior to the due date of the
next reading before another reading can be done.
• Attend Sunday morning conference calls, complete homework studies and be
prepared to
participate without referring to notes from Training Guide.
• Be ready to host conference call when assigned. It is the responsibility of Omo
Awos to be
available to host call when requested.
• Erect an ancestor’s shrine in your Ile (house). See Training Guide for details
• Learn how to divine and consult the Egungun using Obi Obata. Remember to
venerate and feed your ancestors, daily.
• Learn how to Invoke, Anoint and Wash before casting Obi Obata divination,
memorize the invocation chant for Egungun and consult only to Egungun.
(Consult Obi Obata only not Odus! Do not consult needlessly or redundantly and
never consult Obi Obata in contest to instructions from Ifa, this is a Taboo)
• Study the training materials on the Yoruba Traditional 4 day week. Live by these
guidelines!
• Study the Odu Chart and be prepared to respond correctly when called upon by
the host during Sunday Conference calls.
• Cleanse the Ile (house) every full moon (28 day cycle) using Sage and Florida
Water. Alternative incense and oils can be used.
• Give reverence to Ori, Orunmila, Ancestors and Orishas the first of each morning
before speaking to anyone!!! Start by silently giving thanks to inner spirit (Ori).
Then wash face, arms and legs. Next, go to the ancestor’s shrine, salute Esu and
recite the prayers to Orunmila and the ancestors.

Notes

New Omo Awos are not required to host a conference until after receiving 2
(two) Etadogun 17 day reading from lfa.
Omo Awo must inform Babalawo of the due date of the 17 day reading 3
days in advance. Failure to do this will require the student, Omo Awo, to
start back at the beginning of the 7 Full Moon Program! Esu must be
consulted and may need to be appeased before continuing the program.
All Omo Awos who successfully complete the 7 Full Moons Program will be
celebrated.
Completion or participation in program qualifies the Omo Awo to become
initiated into the priesthood of Egungun.

lfa Student Development Process

Step #1

Since the beginning of human existence our great ancestors revered fours (4) major aspects of Creation. First, there was the existence of the Divine Creator (God), who was responsible for “All of Creation “and totally incomprehensible by humans. Second, were the Orishas (Elemental Gods} who directly interacted with them and affected all aspects of daily life. There were the Ancestral Spirits; these were the spirits of the dead who communicated with them in spirit form after leaving the physical body. Also they recognized the spirit of their inner self (Ori) which provided personal power to connect with ALL.

As a result of the above outlined information, we recommended that the student of lfa
(Omo-Awo) start by physically and spiritually cleansing the lie (house) and erecting an
ancestral shrine. The student must then learn how to consult the Ancestors using Obi Obata Divination System four 4 Cowrie Shells. (See section on Obi Obata) Then, the first thing each morning , before speaking to anyone, the Omo Awo should go to the shrine, pray and pour lib,ation in reverence to all the spirits aforementioned. Another major focus during the first 6 months of training should be on learning the 16 Major Odus, their order of seniority, patterns and basic meaning. lfa readings should be received every 17 days (Etadogun). Special attention should be given to, prayers, meditation, offerings, daily study, chants, and ancestral songs.

Step #2

Next, the student should start preparation for initiation to Egungun. During this period the
student should learn how to throw one (1) leg of Odu and determine Ire or lbi. Also, the
student should gather all the materials needed for the consecration of their ancestral pots. Consecration of the ancestral pot may take place before or after the initiation to Egungun depending on the guidance of lfa. During the ancestral initiation ceremony the student should receive Esu Gede Nimbo and an Ancestral Staff. Note: During all phases of development the student should continue to receive (Etadogun) 17 day readings and study information on Odu lfa.

Step #3

Directly following the initiation to Egungun the Omo Awa should receive THE ORISHA
WARRIORS, for assurance of spiritual protection and direction. These warriors must be
prepared and presented by an experienced Babalawo or lyanifa, who has been properly
trained on how to make orisha warriors. The warriors are Esu, Ogun, Osun and Ochosi. The student must be taught how to feed and work with these warriors!

Step #4

The student should now be ready to (Kofa- lfa} or receive one hand of lfa; however it is
recommended that lfa be consulted before moving forward with this Step. It should be made clear to the student that this “Hand of lfa” should not be used for divination; it is strictly for prayer and meditation purposes only. During this period the student should be learning the basics on divination. This involves diligent attention details, careful observation of rituals, asking questions and practicing techniques. The student must commit to learning the sacred lfa prayer, which must be recited every morning before any word is spoken or task is done. Each morning the Omo-Awo must pour libation to Ori, lfa, Orisha and Egungun at sunrise and give thanks. Also, they should memorize the 16 (sixteen) major and 240 minor odus, along with the meaning, stanzas, chants, orisha and Ebos.

Step #5

The Omo-Awo may receive a reading from lfa to become initiated to either Orisha or lfa. If the student is divined to become an Initiate of lfa, they must be willing go through all the sacred rituals required for that initiation. After the initiation the student becomes an AWO in training and starts a life long journey of study, prayer and sacrifice.

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How to Start Your Day

Upon awakening hold your head with both hands and silently give thanks to Creator and Ori for return to consciousness. ( YOU MUST NOT SPEAK TO ANYONE UNTIL AFTER PRAYER. THIS INCLUDES, WIFE, HUSBAND, CHILD, DOG, ETC …… )
Wash your face, arms and legs or entire body.
Go directly to the entrance or space of your shrine. Knock on
the door or wall near shrine and say, “Ago ile ago ile1”
say your full name and mother’s maiden name and your Eta if you have been initiated.
Open the door or step into the shrine area with your left
foot three times.
Anoint your tongue by chewing seven (7) Atare seeds for
woman and nine (9) for man. Or drink small amount of
palm oil.
Walk into the shrine area salute Esu by turning around 3x
clockwise, saying II Esu our good shall become better and our
better shall become best. This is why we turn 3x.” Touch the
floor to key Esu 3x.
Pour gin (Oti) on the head of Esu 3x, saying II Oti malaro oti
malaro, oti malaro.” ( Do not spew Oti if you anoint tongue
with Atare seeds)
Pour libation with cool water to the Earth by saying “Omi
tutu Egungun, Orisha, lie, Ori, Orunmila and Orunmole.”
Salute your own Ori by dipping your middle finger in water
and reaching to the Heavens saying “Ori lponri”. Dip finger
again and touch forehead and say “Ori iwaju”. Dip finger
again and touch top of head and say “Ori atare”. Dip finger
again and touch the nape of neck and say “Ori apako”. Dip
finger last time and touch navel and say “Ori Ire lnu”.
Invoke prayer to Orunmila and Egungun. ( See Omo Awo
Packet).
Collect Obi and sprinkle with water. Salute the cardinal
points of divination tray. Chant to Esu the following as you
shuffle the Obi in your hands II Don’t say yes if it is no, and
don’t say no if it is yes {3 times). Then cast Obi on the

How to Spirit Cleanse lie

Supplies Required

• Sage and Ash Tray
• Florida Water
• 1 Large bowl ofwate
• Note-turn offfi re alarms·

Instructions

Add ½ oz of Florida water into the bowl of water and mark odu Ogbe Meji on surface of the water,
Light the sage and place it into the ash tray
Starting at front door walk around the perimeter of the house waving the bruning sage. Recite the following chant as you proceed. Funmi Ire Ire Ile. Funmi Ire Ire Ile.
After completion of the round, extinguish the sage outside of the front door and temporarily leave it there.
Again, starting at the front door, Pickup the bowl of water, sprinkle
the water around the Perimeter, by dipping your hand in and out of
the bowl. Recite the same chant as mentioned above as you move
around the house. Sit the bowl outside the front door.
Next, Open and shut the front door three times. Each time the door is opened make the following chant before closing the door.
“I command all unclean energy and spirits to leave this Ile
Now, go to the back door and follow the saine instructions as
provided above for the front door.
Permanently sit a bowl of water mixed with flordia water outside the front door. Request everyone to cleanse themselves before entering the Ile. This is done by dipping both hands into the water and lightly sprinkling it over their bodies and throwing the energy away from themselves.
When anyone enters the Ile the must ask for permission of the Ile by saying, Ago Ile (May I enter) the response from those inside is Wole (enter).
Request all visitors to take off shoes and leave them at the door.

How to Erect Ancestrial Shrine

Select a location for the shrine. The shrine can be placed on a table or on the floor, located in the corner of the room. Choose a location that is private, such as a walk in closet, basement, bedroosm etc.
The entire House (Ile) should be cleansed using sage and perfumed water. Pay special attention to the area where the Shrine will be placed. Sing chants/songs to Egungun while cleansing the house and shrine area.
Put a white cloth on the floor or table of the shri ne area selected. This is where all of the articles of the shrine will place.
The shrine should be divided into two sides. The items on the right side of the shrine are for the Father (Baba) and his relatives and the left side is for the Mother (Yeye) and her relatives.

The following is a list of Items to be placed on the Shrine:

Pictures – Father and Mother i n addition to any other honored ancestors of the family.
Personal Items owned by the a ncestors – clothes, jewelry, artifacts, trophies, awards etc.
Candles – one on the father side and one on the mother’s side.
Plant in Soil – This will be used to pour l ibation during m orn ing prayers.
9 glasses of water – The 9th child of Orisha Oya was Egungun. Egungun number is nine.
Change water weekly.
Flowers and designs – decorate the shrine well!
Egungun doll for the father side and mother’s side. (Optional)
Incense and money
Always keep plenty of t he a ncestor’s favorite food and drink on the Shrine. This can be liquor, cigars, beer, coffee, tea, meals prepared for the household etc. Feed the Ancestors whenever a large meal is prepared for the household or whenever one of their favorite dishes is cooked. (Consult ancestors with Obi Obata to take off food).

* Upon initial set-up of the shrine, consult the ancestors using Obi Obata for their approval.
If you do not receive an approval, just ask them what else is needed. *

Egun Altar: A place to honor and visit with the Ancestors

In the African tradition, ancestors now live in the spirit world and often intervene in the lives of their descendants. To neglect them is to welcome imbalance and ill fortune. We show them reverence and love by offering fruit, water and even a portion of our meals placed on the shrine. It is customary to light a candle whenever an offering is presented.

After the Shrine has been erected, the four cowry shells (Obi Obata Divination) can be used to consult the ancestors whenever you need clarity on an issue or conflict resolution. It is also an ideal place for meditation and prayer. You will find no better place for peace of mind and relaxation than at your ancestor’s shrine.

How to Break Kola and Cast Obi

Hold kola nut to the Heavens, say “From the Creator comes ALL EXISTENCE represented by the whole of the Kola Nut. “He or she who breaks kola, the favorite nut of lfa shall live long, shall have abundance and peace of mind.”
Break the kola nut into 2 halves, then say “It is from the darkness that duality is born.”
Place one half of the kola nut facing down in the left hand for darkness and the other half in the right hand facing up for light.
Hold the left hand up and declare “From darkness comes light,” thenraise the right hand.
Place the kola in the right hand on the right side of the mat a nd the kola in the left hand on the left side of the mat.
Break kola on the right side into two halves and the kola on the left
side into two halves.
Pick up one half of the kola to the farthest right and pinch out the
stem area and put it into a small glass of water declaring, “I give unto Esu what is due to Esu.” (Do this each time you pinch out the stem area on each lobe) Place lobe to the top of mat face up.
Pick up one half of the kola on the farthest left , say “I give unto Esu what is due to Esu.1 1 Place to the bottom of the mat face down.
Now pick up the remaining lobe on the right. Say, “I give to Esu what is due to Esu.” Place on the right side of the mat face up.
Last, pick up the remaining lobe on left. Say, 1 1 1 give to Esu what is due to Esu.” Place on the left side of mat face down.
Take the water which contains kola nut stems and pour on Esu. (If no Esu is present go outside draw the sign of a ‘ T ‘ on the ground and pour the water on top of it. Refil l glass with water and bring it back to mat
Collect all four lobes starting with the top from the Heavens, the
bottom from the Earth, the East to the right and the West to the left with your right hand. Drop all 4 lobes into the glass of water four separate times (4x). All lobes must sink to the bottom of the glass all four times. (If one lobe floats at anytime all lobes must be thrown out. Take them to the backyard, face the house and throw them over your left shoulder). Come back into the house, start the process of breaking kola all over, again.
Next, take the lobes into the right hand, touch the forehead of each
person present. Salute the mat from the Heavens to the Earth to the East (Opon Otun) to the West (Opon Osi) Center (Opon Orun) to the North (Opon Ori) to the South (Opon Ese). While holding Obi in right hand complete a circular motion around the mat 4x saying, ” Around the Earth around the Heavens around the Universe and beyond.”
Then invoke the spirit of Egungun (Deified Ancestors) by placing the kola in the left hand and tapping with the right hand, saying ” lie mope, Egungun mope, Oris ha mope, Ori mope, Esu mope.” Then shuffle the kola lobes with both hands clasped together, cast the kola lobes on the mat and read Obi Obata.

Odu lfa Mother of Creation

“The Great Darkness”

The duality of Contraction and Expansion are the two fundamental laws that gave birth to all of Creation. It was from the unknown realm of “Triple Darkness” that all known “Matter of light and dark energy particles” were born. (So above So below)

All of the 16 Major and 240 Minor Odus symbolize this spiritual phenomenon, as all of the Odu markings represent elements of Darkness (contraction) and/or Light (expansion) “Oyeku is the owner of Ogbe”

Energy is born from the Unknown Darkness of space and takes the form of an “egg shape” structure called a sphere or Spiro. This sphere consists of two polar opposites with fours portals on the right (male side) and four portals on the left (female side). These eight portals are the link between the fourth dimension of Matter (time and space) and the fifth dimension of the invisible realm of Creation. Mathematically, there are 256 ways in which energy can pass from the invisible to the visible dimensions as these two dimensions of four polar opposites intersect.

As a correlation, each of the 256 Odu /fa patterns has two legs, representing the polar opposites found in all energy patterns, one leg on the right (male side) with four markings representing the portals of darkness/light and one leg on the left (female side) with four markings representing darkness/light.

According to the ancient wisdom of our ancestors, Odu 0/un Meji · (16th Odu) is symbolized as the Cosmic Egg of Creation (Original Energy Sphere). This Odu pattern was the first pattern born out of The Great Darkness into light of Creation.

It was from Ofun Meji that the other 15 Major Odu Patterns of darkness and or light received their formations and meanings. Each one of the 16 odus combined with each of the other 15 Odu patterns for a total of 16 X 16 = 256.

Ofun Meji as illustrated by the three dimensional energy pattern of the Cosmic Egg represents the origin of energy formation, duality of the polar opposites, cardinal points of universal direction, and the four portals of darkness/light, representing the birth of Creation! “Ifa is Eleri Ipin”

Therefore, as we can now clearly see, Odu lfa (Divine Mystery System), designed by our ancient a ncestors millions of years before the birth of modern sciences, directly parallels and symbolizes the most recent scientific discoveries relating to how energy was birthed i nto the Universe. Hence, due to this u nderstanding we must further conclude that our current knowledge is limited, a nd as such we have no other choice but rely on the proven Spiritual Scientology developed by our ancients. We must learn to use this information as a study guide in the u nderstanding of ourselves, and the universe from which we are literally not just figuratively apart.

Importance of Lunar Calender

The calendar is a tool for time measurement and management which dictates how we schedules our activities in
harmony with what happens in this physical dimension of time and space. It is for this reason we must take into
account all solar influences, cycles, patterns and their impact on our Mother Earth.

In order for human beings to live in an orderly and harmonious fashion, we must once again regain our balance of
nature by learning how to be in sync with the cycles and patterns of the universe which we are literally not just
figuratively apart. This will allow us to more easily transcend both physical and spiritual difficulties, which will open
our pathway to the manifestation of divine destiny.

The Gregorian calendar established by the Roman Catholic Church, limits our natural access to spiritual power and
magnetism that emanates from the natural cycles of the earth. This current timetable is in harmonious, irregular,
irrational and produces harmful consequences on our society. This is the primary source of manifest ignorance,
sickness, slavery, greed and materialism. We are currently suffering under a hypnotic charm that forces us to
follow a regular pattern of harmonic imbalance that is inconsistent with the parameters in which the universe is
governed.

Let us began by looking at the numbers! The universe speaks to us by signs, symbols and numbers, these factors
have been our foundation for both spiritual and scientific study since the beginning of human existence. In the
study of numerology the number four (4) is the number of Manifestation. Please pay close attention to the
importance of the number four (4) as it relates to all aspects of Creation and universal balance as we move
forward.

First, there are four main elements; earth, water, fire and air. Energy at birth takes the shape of a Spiro/Sphere
which has four cardinal points; north, south, east and west. Also, the energy sphere has two sides, each of which
has four portals for a total of eight ways that light can pass from the invisible realm of Creation into the visible
realm of matter. “So Above So Below”

The Solar Year is composed of four seasons, starting with the Summer Solstice, Autumn, Winter and Spring. Each
of these four seasons has 91 days, for a total of 364 days per year.

An earth day is the time it takes for the earth to rotate on its axis with respect to the Sun. Earth days are divided
into four equal parts of 6 hrs each for total of 24 hours per day. Starting with sunrise at dawn, the zenith at
midday, sunset at dusk then returns to sunrise.

A lunar cycle (month) is the time it takes the moon to complete an orbit around the earth which is 28 days. The
moon cycles thru four major phases within this 28 day period ; New moon, 1st quarter, Full moon and Third
quarter, which is consistent with the four Cardinal Points of the Universe!

The Traditional Yoruba Calendar, which predates the Roman Catholic Church’s Gregorian calendar by over 9,000
plus years, is consistent throughout with Divine Numerology of Manifestation. There are four seasons per year,
four major lunar cycles per month, four days per week and four equal parts to each day.

Please regard this information as a matter of immediate survival. Start now to make the changes necessary to
save your life and everyone you know. Share this information; do research into the 28 day (month) lunar cycle 4 day
week. Then, consistently make changes in your daily activities to align with the divine law of manifestation which
governs the universe. This will open your path way to an abundant life of better health, prosperity and peace of
mind. “As we know better we must learn to do better” ASE

Yoruba Traditional Four (4) day week

1. Ojo-Kinni Ose -Obatala (Day of Miracles)

This is the day of (Orun) Rest / Restoration, and Charity. On this day kindness and generosity should be
promoted throughout the family and community. We should seek to restore faith in God and self confidence.
Special attention should be given to our Elders and Ancestors in offerings and prayers. This is the day to invest in
our own community Marketplace; Rest and Regenerate. Ebos (offerings} for medicines to heal and restore life are
recommended. Appeasement for the Great Mother Earth and recognition for our Earthly Mothers should be given
at this time. Orun (Heaven) will greatly bless those who freely give to the elderly, poor and disabled. Obatala
shares this day with Baba Lu, lyami, Yemoja and Egungun which makes it a good day to give offering to these
orisha.

2. Ojo -Keji -(Orunmila)

This is the day for Spiritual Guidance, Problem Resolution, and Unity. This is the day to perform
spiritual work of all kinds which, which includes; divination’s, making medicines, teaching the divine truth,
performing Ebos and rituals etc. The spirit of love and sexuality is extremely powerful on this day, which makes it
an excellent day to form partnerships, marriages, visit family and friends. Social events such as parties and
gathering are recommended. Children should be give special attention on this day, Osun will bless you greatly! This
is also a good day to travel, be sure to consult Esu and do Ebo before you start your journey. Orunmila shares
this day with Esu and Osun which makes it a good day to give offering to these Orisha

3. Ojo -Keta -(Ogun)

This is the day for Work, Creativity and Victory over ObstaclesOn this day any type of work is recommended be it physical, mental or spiritual. This is a good day to do Ebos of
any kind. Truth and moral character must be observed at all times. New methods and ideas of doing work should
be explored with an open mind. Everyone should work together and be collectively responsible for goal
attainment. Legal issues can be addressed and successfully resolved on this day. One should not procrastinate on
this day; move straight and direct to complete goals and objectives. This is an excellent time to make medicine for
war, defeat enemies and rally resources for defense. Implements for framing and cultivation can be made or
purchased. Spend time in nature; go to the forest, lake, or work the soil. Ochosi also shares this day with Ogun
which makes it a good day to give offerings to both

4. Ojo -Kerin -(Shango)

This is the day to Define Purpose, Develop Strategy and Increase Finance
This is the day to work cooperatively in order to increase finances. Matters of equality and justice should be
addressed on this day. Purpose and self determination are key to success both in business and personal life.
Medicines are made on this day to create wealth, business prosperity and promotion. Magic charms, talismans and
incantations of all kind can be made and used to accomplishment your desired mission. Egungun work and rituals
are conducted on this day to either aid in forward progress or fight battles. The cemetery is an ideal place to
accomplish these works. Also fire rituals are performed to transform and purify. Today is a good day to appease
the Aje or appeal for their support. The day is shared by Oya which makes it a good day to make offering to both
Shango and Oya.

Overview of Facts on Four (4) day

The Yoruba calendar (Kojoda) year runs from 3 June to 2 June of the following year. According

to this calendar, the Gregorian year 2014 AD. isthe 1.:0G56th year of Yoruba culture.

4 days=l week (traditional calendar)

7 weeks=1 month,

91 weeks=! year

13 months=1 year.··

These four days are called the 5 days by the elders, because the 5th day (Orun/Market Day) also
is the 1st day called (Kinni Ose) of the next week. The Orishas which correspond with those days
are as follows:

Day 1-Kinni Ose is dedicated to Obatala (Sopanna, lyami, Egungun &Yemoja)
Day 2 -Ojo Keji is dedicated to Orunmila (Esu and Osun)
Day 3 -Ojo Keta is dedicated to Ogun (Ochosi)
Day 4 -Ojo Kerin is dedicated to Sango (Oya)

Note: since there are thirteen months in the Yoruba calendar, the relation between the Gregorian and Yoruba months is approximate only. The calendar months are as follows:

Okudu / June Ope / December
Agemo / July Sere/ January

Ogun / August Erele / February
Owere I September Erena / March
Qwara / October lgbe / April
Belu / November Ebibf / May

Charts Graphs and Pictorials

16 truths of lfa

There is a single God.
There is no Devil.
Except for the day you were born and the day you are supposed to die, I i􀁀 there is no single event in your life that cannot be forecast by lfa and, when 􀁁I 􀁂f necessary changed.
It is your birthright to be happy, successful, and fulfilled.
You should grow a nd obtain wisdom during the process of life.
You are reborn through your blood relatives.
Heaven (Orun) is “Home” and Earth is “The Marketplace”. We are in i
􀁊I constant passage between the two.
You are part of the universe in a literal, not figurative way.
You must never initiate harm to another human bei ng.
You must never attempt to harm the universe of which you are a part.
Your temporal and spiritual capacities must work together.
You are born with a specific path. It is your goal to travel it. Divination provides the road map.
Our ancestors exist and must be honored.
Sacrifice guarantees success.
The orisha live within us.
You need have no fear.

Odu Seniority, Markings, Meaning and Cardinals

Odu Symbols and Orishas

Orisha Offerings

Illustration of Ancestrial Shrine

Obi Obata Markings and Meanings

Prayers Songs and Chants

Prayer to Orunmila / lfa

Orun m ila, j ust as you wake u p every morn i ng to give greeting to Olod umare, we too give tha n ks to you for guiding us thru o u r sleep, to see this morning and look forward to the chores of a nothe r day. We thank you most especial ly for not a l l owing us to offend our fel low men and women throughout yesterday, because a s you have proclaimed; your children should be able to tell you every morning that they have succeeded in resisting the tem ptation to do any wrong against Olodumare, the 200 divinities, and all of the children of God and the societies in which they live. Furthermore, in accordance with your injunction, we have refrained from avenging all wrongs, done to us, by our friends, relations and foes; for we have done and will continue to do, good turns to neutralize any evil plans that might be made against us; just as you will neutralize any evil that we may plan against our fellow men and women, for as you have proclaimed this is the key to long life and enduring prosperity!

Oh, Orunmila! (Eleri I pin) Witness of fate, Second only to Olodumare; Thou are far more efficacious than medicine, Thou art the Immense Orbit that avert the day of premature death, our Lord, Almighty to save, mysterious Spirit that fought death, to thee our salutation is due first of every morning. Thou art the Equilibrium that adjusts all World Forces; thou art the one whose exertion it is to reconstruct the creature of bad lot, repairer of ill-luck. He or she who knows you in full becomes immortal. Protect us today as always from all evil i n our homes, place of work and interactions with others. Our Lord, the undisputed king, Perfect in the House of Wisdom ! Our Lord, Infinite in knowledge, for not knowing thee in fu ll, we are but futile; Awe, if we could but only
know thee in full, all would be well with us. ASE

Ancestors Prayer

May we acknowledge the presence of our Ancestor and realize that without them we wou ld not be. May we forever honor their presence for it is out of love that they gave and give of themselves. May the spirit of our Ancestor continue to guide, lead and teach us for it is for our growth and strength that they are most concerned. May we never forget to daily thank our ancestors and take heed to their guidance to avoid sever hardships. ASE