Eriwo Ya!!! In the name of Olodumare, Orunmila and all the Orisa, we greet everybody throughout the globe. We also extend the greetings of His Eminence Owolabi Awodotun Aworeni, the Araba/Olu-Isese Agbaye (the Permanent Chairman of the Council of Araba/Oluwo, the Pillar of the International Council for Ifa Religion (ICIR)).
On December 14th 2024, at the headquarters of the Ifá Temple; Ofun’Di, located in Maryland, USA, Ifá’s guidance for the year 2025 was delivered.
The Odus that govern the year 2025 are:
- Ogbe Irete
- Otura Osa
- Ogbe Meji
The prophesy determined on this occasion states that the year brings:
Ibi Ikú (Death/transformation/changes), Àrùn (Disease/Sickness), Ìjà (Conflict/Litigation/Disputes), Owó (Shortage of money), Òfò (Loses/Mismanagement of money), Ẹ̀gbà (Stagnation), Ẹ̀wọ̀n (Prison/Incarceration), Ọ̀ràn (Significant issues).
Prescription:
Ebo is recommended to avert this prophesy.
Ifá Priest; members of the Ofun’Di Temple of Maryland, USA made their contributions.
Ese Ifá:
Àkùko tó ko lánàá
Ìko ire ló ko
A díá fún Erin
Erin n sunkúun póun ò lólá
Ebo n wón ní ó se
Àkùko tó ko lánàá
Ìko ire ló ko
A díá fún Efòn
Efòn n sunkún òun ò níyì
Ebo n wón ní ó se
Àkùko tó ko lánàá
Ìko ire ló ko
A díá fún Esinsin
N lo rèé bá won múle oko àì ródún
Ebo n wón ní ó se
Àwon métèèta bá rúbo
Erín rúbo
Efòn náà rúbo
Eesin náà rúbo
Àwon métèèta bá là
Wón bá bèrè síí yin àwon Babaláwo
Wón ní Àkùko tó ko lánàá
Ìko ire ló ko
A díá fún Erin
Erin n sunkúun póun ò lólá
Ebo n wón ní ó se
Erín rúbo
Erín lólá
Àkùko tó ko lánàá
Ìko ire ló ko
A díá fún Efòn
Tí tí nn sunkúun póun ò níyì
Ebo n wón ní ó se
Kó le baà níyì
Efòn rúbo
Efòón níyì
Àkùko tó ko lánàá
Ìko ire ló ko
A díá fún Esinsin tíí somo ìkéyìín won lenje lenje
Won ní ó rúbo kó lè baà toko là wálé
Eesín gbébo nbè
Ó rúbo
Eesín wáá toko là wá inú ilé
Erín lólá o
Efòn níyì
Eesín nìkàn ló roko
Lòó lá o
Ifá póun pé ire fún eléyìun.
Translation:
The rooster that crowed yesterday
Its crow was of good fortune
Divination was performed for the Elephant
The Elephant was weeping because it had no influence
They told it to perform a sacrifice
The rooster that crowed yesterday
Its crow was of good fortune
Divination was performed for the Buffalo
The Buffalo was weeping because it had no honor
They told it to perform a sacrifice
The rooster that crowed yesterday
Its crow was of good fortune
Divination was performed for the Housefly
Who was going to join them in working uncultivated farmland
They told it to perform a sacrifice
All three of them then performed the sacrifice
The Elephant performed the sacrifice
The Buffalo also performed the sacrifice
The Housefly also performed the sacrifice
Then all three became successful
They began to praise their priests
They said, the rooster that crowed yesterday
Its crow was of good fortune
Divination was performed for the Elephant
The Elephant was weeping because it had no influence
They told it to perform a sacrifice
The Elephant performed the sacrifice
The Elephant gained influence
The rooster that crowed yesterday
Its crow was of good fortune
Divination was performed for the Buffalo
When it was weeping because it had no honor
They told it to perform a sacrifice
So it would become honorable
The Buffalo performed the sacrifice
The Buffalo became honorable
The rooster that crowed yesterday
Its crow was of good fortune
Divination was performed for the Housefly, the youngest of them all
They told it to perform a sacrifice so it would return from the farm a wealthy person
The Housefly heard about the required sacrifice
It performed it
The Housefly then returned from the farm as a wealthy person
The Elephant has influence
The Buffalo has honor
The Housefly alone went to the farm And became wealthy
Ifá says it wishes this person good fortune of wealth
Commentary
The Tale of Three Unlikely Partners
At the heart of this year’s guidance lies an ancient Yoruba story that perfectly captures the spirit of what we need in 2025. It begins with a rooster’s crow – not just any crow, but one that heralds good fortune. This story tells us about three very different beings: an Elephant lacking influence despite its size, a Buffalo yearning for honor despite its strength, and a tiny Housefly seeking prosperity through farming.
Each of these characters faced their own struggles, much like we might face our own challenges in the coming year. What makes their story special is how they responded to their situations. Instead of letting their differences divide them, they chose to work together, each following the spiritual guidance they received.
The symbolic rooster’s cry serves as a reminder that our past actions and decisions can positively shape our future. Just as each morning brings new possibilities, 2025 brings fresh opportunities for those willing to embrace both spiritual guidance and practical action.
Understanding the Year Ahead
The prophetic messages for 2025 speak of several key areas we need to watch carefully:
- Changes and transformations (Ikú)
- Health considerations (Àrùn)
- Potential conflicts or legal matters (Ìjà)
- Financial challenges (Owó)
- Risk of losses (Òfò)
- Possible stagnation (Ẹ̀gbà)
- Legal or restrictive situations (Ẹ̀wọ̀n)
- Important issues requiring attention (Ọ̀ràn)
However, just as the three animals in our story found their path to success through spiritual guidance and appropriate sacrifices, we too have the power to navigate these challenges successfully. The priests at the Ofun’Di Temple emphasize that proper spiritual practices and sacrifices (Ebo) can help transform these warnings into opportunities for growth.
Learning from Our Animal Guides
What makes the story of the Elephant, Buffalo, and Housefly so relevant for 2025 is how it shows different paths to success. The Elephant gained the influence it sought, the Buffalo found its honor, and the Housefly achieved material wealth. Yet none of them succeeded alone – they supported each other while following their individual paths.
This teaches us something valuable about the year ahead. Success in 2025 won’t come from solitary efforts but from combining our unique strengths with others while staying true to our spiritual guidance. The story reminds us that size and status don’t determine success – what matters is our willingness to follow divine wisdom and work cooperatively with others.
Practical Guidance for 2025
Your words will carry special power in 2025. Think of your speech like ripples on a pond – each word you speak creates waves that affect everyone around you. Before speaking, take a moment to consider whether your words will heal or hurt, build up or break down. This isn’t just good advice – it’s essential wisdom for navigating the year ahead.
Just as the three animals in our story needed to make sacrifices and follow spiritual guidance, we need to pay attention to both our spiritual and physical well-being in 2025. Consider getting regular check-ups, both medical and spiritual. Pay special attention to sudden movements that might cause injury – this year calls for careful, mindful action rather than hasty decisions.
When it comes to business and work, timing will be crucial in 2025. Remember how our story showed that success comes in different forms? Some opportunities will call for patient waiting, like cooking a meal that can’t be rushed. Other times, you’ll need to act decisively, like the Housefly seizing its chance to farm untouched land. The key is developing the wisdom to know which approach each situation requires.
Building Strong Communities
In our communities, whether local or global, 2025 calls for a balance of growth and protection. Think of how a garden needs both sunshine and rain to thrive. We need to support local businesses while protecting our environment, create new opportunities while preserving what works well, and build prosperity while ensuring nobody gets left behind.
Community safety and well-being take on special importance this year. Create supportive environments where truth and justice can flourish. Just as the animals in our story succeeded by working together despite their differences, we’ll need to find ways to collaborate across traditional boundaries and divisions.
Environmental and Global Considerations
Our world needs special care in 2025. Think of Earth as our shared home – we all need to help keep it clean and healthy. This means protecting our water sources, forests, and air quality. Like members of a global household, we each have responsibilities to maintain the space we share.
The health of our communities and our economy are deeply connected, like branches of the same tree. When we support fair trade practices and help those in need, we strengthen the entire system. Remember how the tiny Housefly achieved success through honest work? That same principle applies to our global economy – success comes through ethical practices and mutual support.
Preparing for Success
As you move through 2025, remember these key points:
Your speech has power – use it wisely to build up rather than tear down. Balance is essential – know when to flow like water and when to stand firm like iron. Community matters – success comes through cooperation, not isolation. Timing is crucial – some things need patience, others need quick action. Stay spiritually aware – regular spiritual practice helps navigate challenges. Take care of your health – both physical and mental well-being need attention. Support others – your success is connected to the success of those around you.
Remember that these prophetic messages aren’t fixed destiny. Like a weather forecast, they help us prepare and make better choices. By staying aware and taking appropriate precautions while remaining open to divine guidance, you can make the most of the opportunities 2025 brings.
The members of the Ofun’Di Temple remind us that proper spiritual practices can help transform challenges into opportunities. Just as the rooster’s crow brought good fortune to the three animals in our story, your dedication to spiritual wisdom can bring positive transformation in your life.
As you face the year ahead, ask yourself: How can you better balance gentleness and strength in your daily life? How can your actions benefit both your local community and the wider world? These questions aren’t just philosophical – they’re practical guides for making decisions in 2025.
The story of the Elephant, Buffalo, and Housefly shows us that success comes in many forms, but always requires both spiritual dedication and practical effort. May you find your own path to success in 2025, guided by wisdom and supported by your community.
