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THE NATURE OF ORISHA
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THE NATURE OF ORISHA

The Orisha and Their Natural Elements

The Orisha are not just deities; they are the living forces of nature, guiding us through life. By understanding their connection to the natural world, we can deepen our relationship with them and embrace their wisdom in our daily lives.

1. Eleguá – The Crossroads, Forest Paths.

  • Element: The Roads, Crossroads

  • Symbolism: Eleguá is the messenger of the Orisha and the guardian of all paths and opportunities. He is the wind that whispers messages and the force that opens or closes doors in life.

  • Natural Representation: The crossroads where paths meet, the gentle breeze, the trickling sound of small stones.

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Build Your Ori Altar: A Sacred Space Guide
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Build Your Ori Altar: A Sacred Space Guide

A sacred space is not a luxury.
In Yoruba tradition, Ori is your inner divinity — the part of you that chose your destiny before birth.

Your Ori altar is a daily reminder that your truth lives within you.

Here’s how to begin:
🌿 White cloth — for clarity
💧 Bowl of clean water — for reflection
🕯️ Candle — for illumination
🖐🏾 Your presence — absolutely required

Speak softly:

“Orí mi, gbọ́ mi. Gba mí. Jẹ́ kí n mọ ọ̀nà mi.”
(My Ori, hear me. Guide me. Let me know my path.)

You don’t need a temple.
You are the temple.

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Orange Ritual For Business
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Orange Ritual For Business

This orange ritual is a simple yet powerful offering to attract prosperity, clarity, and balance in your business. This ritual aligns with Oshun’s energy, as it focuses on abundance, communication, and removing obstacles. Here’s how you can perform the orange ritual specifically for your business.

Items Needed:

  1. Five fresh oranges (representing sweetness and abundance).

  2. Honey (symbolizing sweetness in your efforts and attracting positive relationships).

  3. Cinnamon (to amplify success and prosperity).

  4. A white candle (symbolizing clarity and illumination of your path).

  5. A glass of clean water (to connect with spiritual clarity and flow).

  6. Small coins (to attract wealth).

  7. A small white cloth or plate (to place the offering).

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Exploring Feng Shui and Yoruba Philosophy to Create Balanced, harmonious lives.
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Exploring Feng Shui and Yoruba Philosophy to Create Balanced, harmonious lives.

In today’s chaotic world, there is a need to embrace ancient wisdom and practices to create balanced, harmonious lives. Feng Shui, an ancient Chinese system for aligning spaces with life energy, and Yoruba philosophy, a rich spiritual tradition from West Africa, offer profound insights for fostering personal well-being.

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