In this article, I’m going to share my personal point of view and experience with Itefa. There is much that is unknown and even more that is misunderstood. I hope that this video post will share additional insight on this topic.
I hope you liked the video. If there is any topic you would like me to expand on, please feel free to leave a comment below. I will be happy to elaborate on it so far as it is related to Ifa/Orisa practice.
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Excellent video, Baba :-)!!! You seemed born for the camera; the warmth of your personality and character comes right through! Moreover, the information you shared was very informative, helpful to me, and clear! In fact, you cleared up several issues that continue to seem to pop up in ‘the Community’ of America concerning Itefa, and exactly what constitutes a “Babalawo!” So, Ese oooo, Baba!! And, I can’t wait for your next one….May you continue your great works, Ase ooo :-)!!
Ogbo Ato Derrick;
Thank you for your encouraging words.
Odabo!
Chief Awodele Ifayemi
Aboru aboye Baba Oloye Awo Ifayemi, Bawo ni ooo?? I hope you are still ‘excellent!’ I am writing to restate my satisfaction with your first video, and urge you to consider posting another one — preferably on the same topic (a part-2, if you would)!!
I am currently considering the Itefa option quite seriously, and your first video was such a help to me and I cannot help but expect that future vids would be more of the same! What I am specifically interested in is your system of teaching your omo-Awos: do you use audio recordings, printed hand-outs, and/or videos (or any other teaching aids) to support your teaching, by chance?; how much emphasis is put on learning the Yoruba language, becoming fluent?; and, have you currently had any North American omo who have graduated to the rank of Awo???
Finally, for your omo whose Ita Dafa does NOT indicate a clear destiny of divining, ritual, consulting, and/or initiation work, are there many references, guides for careers outside of those works — say business, literary, farming, herbalism, social work, etc. careers availble through your instruction, or Ile, Baba? Ese ooo and Odabo, Baba Oloye Awo…
Aboru aboye Baba Oloye Awo Ifayemi, Bawo ni ooo?? I hope you are still ‘excellent!’ I am writing to restate my satisfaction with your first video, and urge you to consider posting another one — preferably on the same topic (a part-2, if you would)!!
I am currently considering the Itefa option quite seriously, and your first video was such a help to me and I cannot help but expect that future vids would be more of the same! What I am specifically interested in is your system of teaching your omo-Awos: do you use audio recordings, printed hand-outs, and/or videos (or any other teaching aids) to support your teaching, by chance?; how much emphasis is put on learning the Yoruba language, becoming fluent?; and, have you currently had any North American omo who have graduated to the rank of Awo???
Finally, for your omo whose Ita Dafa does NOT indicate a clear destiny of divining, ritual, consulting, and/or initiation work, are there many references, guides for careers outside of those works — say business, literary, farming, herbalism, social work, etc. careers availble through your instruction, or Ile, Baba? Ese ooo and Odabo, Baba Oloye Awo…
Alafia;
I’m happy to announce that as per your recommendation a part-2 of the video ‘Conversation About Itefa’ is going to be available tomorrow.
Thank you for your suggestion. Keep them coming.
Ogbó àtó Asure Ìwòrìwòfún.
O dábò!
Chief Awodele Ifayemi
Atunwase Awo of Ilobuland
You have no idea how your information has enlightened me. I Thank You. My family has taught me their way since a child. But it never resonated with me…even then. I have since become a Seeker which is sometimes looked down upon. Months…years. Finally have felt the Truth within me…because without being said…Thats all it takes. The Knowledge is most pleasurable at this point.
Alaafia Britney;
You have been on an incredible journey. I’m humbled by knowing my words helped you along your journey. You may be interested in a course I’m launching soon which will teach how to achieve “Self-Empowerment Via The Principles of Ifa.”
If you would like to be notified of its launch date send me an email or subscribe to the site’s Newsletter and you will receive an email offering you a special membership. The course is broken down into Chapters and Lessons.
All the Material is delivered via Video and there are activities that will help you breakthrough any roadblocks you have encountered or will encounter in your life. All based on the Lessons found in the Odus of Ifa.
May your steps continue to be guided.
O dábò!
Chief Awodele Ifayemi
Atunwase Awo of Ilobuland
Great insight and content. Great body of work.