Initiation
What is Initiation?
Ifa and Orisa Initiation assists you in developing a deeper and closer relationship with Ifa and your Orisa. It also helps the initiate achieve their destiny and provide support throughout their lives. Having the power of the Orisa within you grants you access to live your life in harmony.
The initiation process is done through several days of rituals, divination, and ceremony.
Ifa & Orisa Initiation
There are several steps that may be taken on the path to Initiation- Isefa, Itefa, and Orisa Initiation.
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Isefa is the beginning step to initiation for those who want to receive the shrine of Ifa but are not ready for full initiation. We like to call Isefa of somewhat of a promissory note. Isefa is given to the devotee that is not ready for full initiation but is committed to following their destiny and that Isefa gives them the temporary odu Ifa that is governing their steps leading to full initiation. Sometimes there are taboos and different rules to adhere to based on that odu that will lead them and help the devotee on their way to full initiation.
Itefa is full initiation to Ifa, only through Ifa initiation can you find out the destiny that you chose from heaven. Once initiated, it's like having the map to achieving the destiny that you chose from heaven.
Orisa Initiation is the initiation to the Orisa that has chosen you as their child. With the assistance and guidance from said Orisa, success is a byproduct. Many times one may receive the shrine of their Orisa prior to initiation to develop a personal relationship. Receiving an Orisa is similar to getting Isefa, its not full initiation but it is the guidance from the Orisa that will help you reach your spiritual aim.
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