Let’s face it–we all want to be healthy and vibrant. Circumstances, however, can bring on illness and suffering. Illness doesn’t always respond to medical treatment, and sometimes suffers turn to other options. In all cases, the illness may go away, or it may not. When this happens we start to ask the question why? This is the question that the ifa prayer for healing seeks to answer.
Ifa divination is a spiritual practice that has been around for thousands of years. It has survived because it works. In this article, we will explore some of the ways that Ifa has helped people find healing and peace in their lives.
Ifa Prayer For Healing
The first step to using Ifa to heal yourself is to find an Ifa priest or priestess who can guide you through the process. There are several ways to do this:
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Ifa prayer for healing is a powerful way to invoke the spirit of Ifa and ask for healing, protection, and guidance.
Ifa is one of the most important spiritual practices in Yoruba culture, which dates back to 4000 BCE. It is a religious system based on divination, which means that it focuses on interpreting signs and patterns in nature as a way to understand the world around us. Ifa prayer involves reading palm leaves (known as odu) to determine what will happen in the future, who has been cursed with bad luck, or how best to avoid illness or misfortune.
The Ifa prayer for healing can be used by anyone who wants to improve their health or overcome an illness. The first step is finding an Ifa priest who can read your palm leaves and perform the ritual for you. This can be done in person or over Skype if you live far away from Nigeria where it was first practiced. The priest will interpret your odu (patterns) and give advice on how best to proceed with treatment or therapy if necessary. Then he will perform another ritual called “babalao” which involves burning herbs like kola nut and coconut milk so that they release smoke into your home where it will work its way through all corners including closets.
Healing is one of the gifts of the creator Olorun.
As a Yoruba, your health is the greatest gift given to you by Olorun, the creator god. Without good health, you are unable to do the work that Olorun has set for you. Healing is one of the gifts of the creator Olorun and should be treated as such. To suffer an illness or injury is a great blessing and misfortune from Olorun. Since it was granted as a gift from Olorun, there is no shame in asking for his healing power so that you can continue your work on Earth.
The Ifa prayer for healing should be used by those who have been ill or injured and are seeking strength from Olodumare (Olorun) so that they may return to their life’s purpose. It is important not to take this prayer lightly because it comes directly from Olodumare himself.
Through the oracle of Ifa, Olorun blesses us with healing.
Through the oracle of Ifa, Olorun blesses us with healing.
Olorun is the source of all good things, and as such we must go to him when seeking healing for ourselves or others. When you are in need of healing, certain ritual prayers must be performed that ask for blessings from Olodumare, who is the creator of all things. Olodumare is sometimes referred to as Olorun. You can find these prayers in the writings of Ifa, which are the scriptures passed down through generations to teach virtues and guide our actions on this earth. It is important to remember that Ifa is both an oracle of Olorun and an oracle of Olodumare.
When you are looking for a prayer for healing in your life, it is important to take time to sit with yourself quietly before moving into a more formal prayer experience using Ifa’s teachings. However you do that best: whether it be meditating with incense burning on your desk or sitting barefoot in nature – allow yourself to calm down and focus on quieting your mind before asking for blessings from the divine beings who have created us all.
The experience of illness lies at the core of Ifa’s teachings.
The experience of illness lies at the core of Ifa’s teachings. Illness is a reminder of our mortality and a stage in life that we all must face. It is a gift through which we can re-evaluate our lives, grow, and better understand others. From this perspective, illness is an opportunity to see things from a different perspective and relive old memories.
The Ifa divination verse from and Oshun reading, translates to “I will not be a weakling, I will not be among those who complain.”
As a healing prayer, this verse is a reminder to engender strength through faith in our blessings and draw on them for help. It teaches us that we don’t have to be weak any more than we already are; rather than complaining about what we don’t have, it invites us to make the most of what we do have. Ultimately, this verse is a call to action—a demand that you recognize that you are surrounded by all that you need in order to succeed.
This is the foundation for healing.
This may be a difficult time emotionally, but remember to always concentrate on the positives. This is a challenge where you must exercise your faith in God and trust that he has a plan for you. You have been blessed with a strong spirit and enough intelligence to know that everything will be alright. The foundation of your healing lies in the fact that you are never alone, that the universe is there to help you when needed.
You are so very loved by everyone who has been touched by your presence in this world. Know that they believe in you and want nothing more than to see you happy.
Through this verse we are told to engender strength through faith in our blessings and to draw on them for help.
“Through this verse we are told to engender strength through faith in our blessings and to draw on them for help. We are constantly reminded that the Orisa’s (gods) have already blessed us with good health. We must have faith that they will aid us in times of need. By remembering, we show that we believe they will heal us and thus invoke their power upon ourselves.”
So, don’t worry: you’ve got this. Have faith in your healing powers, and know that you are never alone!
In a world that often seems to be filled with challenge and obstacles, this is an important lesson for all people everywhere.
In a world that often seems to be filled with challenge and obstacles, this is an important lesson for all people everywhere. If you are the weak type of person who lets the challenges and obstacles control your life, then you will live a very sad existence. But if you are strong, then you will persevere against any challenge or obstacle. You will thrive in every situation because you know how to stay strong despite the challenges and obstacles that you encounter. This philosophy applies to every aspect of your life – from family, to career, to finances, even love!
I have been through many challenges and obstacles in my own life but I never gave up. I have always remained strong even when it was difficult. That’s why I am successful today!
The verse reminds us that we only fail when we stop believing that our prayers will be answered and lose faith in our capacity to live well and prosper.
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Olodumare goes with you on the road of life, when you are asleep and awake, when you are at work and at play.
The prayers we offer up to the deities can be answered, but only if we believe in our capacity to live well and prosper. If we don’t believe that our prayers will be answered, then we have failed to follow the path of Esu/Elegba and open ourselves up to this possibility.
Do not let your prayers go unanswered. Trust all will be well
It is important to not lose faith. Praying can help heal your mind, body and soul. It is possible that you do not need medical assistance, but that your prayers are enough to heal you (along with good nutrition and rest). In order for this to happen, it is essential that you pray every day. The more you pray, the stronger your faith will become.
Ifa teaches us that everything happens in due time. There are times when we have to wait for things to manifest in our lives; therefore ifa teaches us patience and also how important prayer is during hard times.
The orisha Olodumare created all things and gave man the gift of life so he could be grateful for what he has been given by praying daily before going about his business each morning with a cheerful attitude towards those around him who may not share those same blessings yet know they exist only because Orunmila has said so!
Ifa Prayer For Peace
Somewhat like “chomkah” (wisdom) in Proverbs 8 and “logos“( word-thought) in John 1:1-5 of the Jewish and Christian sacred texts, Ela is the pre-existent and omnipresent spirit of wisdom and knowledge. This intelligence is incarnated through Orunmila.
ORIKA ELA
(Invocation to the Spirit of Destiny)
Ela omo osin. Ela Omo Oyigiyigi ota omi.
Spirit of Manifestation, Child of the Ruler. Spirit of Manifestation, child of the offspring of the Stone in the Water.
Awa di oyigiyigi. A ki o ku wa.
We ourselves become manifestation. The stone that birthed the Spirit of Manifestation will never die.
Ela ro a ki o ku mo, okiribiti. Ela ro (Sokale) Orunko Ifa.
The Spirit of Manifestation has descended to earth, we die no more. This is the name we give to destiny.
Entiti ngba ni l’a. Nwon se ebo Ela fun mi.
He is the one who saved us. We made sacrifice to the Spirit of Manifestation.
Ko t’ina, ko to ro.
He is of no substance. He is too small to be thought of.
Beni on (Ela) ni gba ni la n’Ifa, Oba-a-mola.
Yet he delivered the Immortals from all trouble, the Chief for whom to know is to be saved.
Ela, Omo Osin mo wari o! Ela meji, mo wari o.
The Spirit of Manifestation, Son of the Ruler, I praise you. The Spirit of Manifestation, the Spirit of Manifestation, I praise you.
Ela mo yin boru. Ela mo yin boye. Ela mo yin bosise.
Spirit of Manifestation praise the sacrifice that opens the way. Spirit of Manifestation praise the sacrifice that brings life. Spirit of Manifestation praise the sacrifice that proceeds work.
Ela poke. Eni esi so wa soro odun. Odun ko wo wa sodun.
The Spirit of Manifestation has appeared. The friend has returned for this year’s festival. The celebration returns.
Iroko oko. Iroko oko. Iroko oko.
I come Iroko Oko. I come Iroko Oko. I come Iroko Oko.
Odun oni si ko. Ela Poke. Ela ro. Ela ro. Ela ro, Ko wa gbu’re.
The celebration has returned. The Spirit of Manifestation has appeared. Holy Spirit descend. Holy Spirit descend. Holy Spirit descend, prayers to accept.
Ela takun wa o. Ela ro o. Eti ire re. Ela takun ko wa gbu’re.
Holy Spirit with string descend. Be the ears of our prayers. Holy Spirit with string descend to accept our prayers.
Enu ire re. Ela takun ko gbure. Oji ire re.
Hear the lips of our prayers. Holy Spirit with string descend to accept our prayers. Hear the eyes of our prayers.
Ela takun ko wa gbu’re. Ela ma dawo aje waro. Ela ma d’ese aje waro.
Holy Spirit with string descend to accept our prayers. Holy Spirit with lips of blessing embrace us. Mighty Spirit with lips of blessing embrace us.
Atikan Sikun ki oni ikere yo ikere.
From door to door remove the hinges.
Ipenpe ju ni s i’lekun fun ekun agada ni si’ekun fun eje.
He who removes the hinges opens the eyelids for tears.
Ogunda’sa iwo ni o nsilekun fun Ejerindilogun Irunmole.
The Spirit of Iron, the Spirit of Wind, the Spirit who opens the door for the Immortals.
Ela panumo panumo. Ela panuba panuba.
Holy Spirit resounding. Holy Spirit rebounding.
Ayan ile ni awo egbe ile, ekolo rogodo ni awo ominile.
Near the crack in the wall where the elders meet, Peace ascended to Heaven and did not return.
Eriwo lo sorun ko do mo. O ni ki a ke si Odi awo Odi.
Upon blockade the priest for Blockade is called to earth. He asked us to call upon the Priest of Peace.
O no ki a ke si Ero awo Ero. O ni ki a ke si Egun osusu abaya babamba.
Upon the shrub thorns he asked us to call. Upon the blockcade we call the Priest of the Blockade.
A ke si Ero awo Ero, ke si Egun o susu abaya babamba a ni eriwo lo si Orun ko de mo, won ni ki Ela roibale.
Upon the thick shrubbery thorns we call, to Heaven calmly ascend. Holy Spirit descend.
Ela ni on ko ri ibi ti on yio ro si o ni iwaju on egun.
The Peace of the Holy Spirit said; “I have nowhere to descend.”
Eyin on osusu agbedem’nji on egun osusu, awo fa ma je ki’iwaju Ela gun mori on tolu.
I find the front filled with thorns, I find the rear and the middle filled with thorns.
Orunmila ma je ki eyin Ela gun mosi Olokarembe Orunmila ma je ki agbedemeje la gun Osusu.
The humans appealed to the Spirit of Destiny to pray to the Great Spirit of Manifestation.
Ela ro. Ifa ko je ki iwaju re se dundun more on tolu.
Holy Spirit descend. Remove the thorns front the front and rear.
Ela ro. Ifa ko je ki eyin re se worowo.
Holy Spirit descend. Remove the thorns fro m the middle.
Ela ro. Ela ni’waju o di Odundun.
Holy Spirit descend. At the front place of Peace, the Holy Spirit becomes manifest.
Ela ni eyin o di Tete. Ela ni agbedemeji o di worowo.
At the rear place of Peace, the Holy Spirit becomes manifest. At the middle place of Peace, the Holy Spirit becomes manifest.
Ase.
May it be so.
Ifa Prayer For Wealth
IWURE AJE — Prayer for Wealth (From Ejiogbe)
EJIOGBE says:
Aromogege
Aromogege
Oji ni kutukutu mokun ola dani
Olomo siju pee wole Aye loruko IFA
Eni ti o ba siju rere re wo nii lowo
IFA kio siju rere re woo mi ki nlowo…
Translation:
He who robes the child to befit the child
He who robes the child with the utmost of care
The one who wakes early in the morning, holding the robes of prosperity
The one who looks after the Earth is the name of IFA
Whoever you look to with your eye of compassion is blessed with prosperity
IFA, please look at me with compassion and let me be blessed with riches…
IFA, please look at us with your compassion and let us be blessed with riches! Ase Ase Ase O!
Ire O
Ifa Morning Prayers
MORNING PRAYERS TO THE UNIVERSE, YOUR ANCESTORS, YOUR GUIDING SPIRITS
We are all spiritual beings having a material experience. We are so much more than the terrible things that happen to us and so much more than what the systems of oppression, the oppressors and society tell us and reinforce about us. Reminding ourselves of our power, worthiness and our divinity can fortify us and the collective.
PRAISE
I give praise to the universe
I give praise to mother earth
I give praise to all of nature and its beings
I give praise to all my guiding spirits
I give praise to my ancestors
I give praise to all that came before me in this struggle
I give praise to my elders
I give praise to all those who have cared for me, protected me, guided me and loved me
I give praise to….(add any others you wish to give praise to)
GRATITUDE
I thank you for allowing me to wake up this morning
I thank you for my breath
I thank you for my body
I thank you for my journey
I thank you for those who brought me into the world
I thank you that all basic necessities are met on a daily basis—(sunlight, water, the food on my table, the clothing on my back, my home, my mobility, my job….)
I thank you for my family (you can name one by one if you wish)
I thank you for my community (you can name then one by one if you wish)
I thank you for my comrades (you can name them one by one if you wish)
I thank you for my elders (you can name them one by one if you wish)
I thank you for….(you can add anything else you are thankful for)
FORGIVENESS
Forgive us for the harm we do onto you (you can name the earth, the water, other beings, nature overall)
Forgive me for the harm I do to myself
Forgive us for the harm we do to one another
PROTECTION AND BLESSINGS
Protect me (us) from death
Protect me (us) from sickness
Protect me (us) from litigation
Protect me (us) from loss
Protect me from the hands of ….(add anything else you want to be protected from)
I pray that for long life, good physical, spiritual and mental health
I pray for a cool head and coolness in the world
I pray for fortitude
I pray for resiliency
I pray for clarity
I pray for courage
I pray for a self-love
I pray for….(add anything else you pray for including people)
2. LIBATIONS
Libations are an age-old practice by many indigenous peoples across the globe. It is the act of putting cool water or alcohol on the earth/ground to attract coolness into our spaces and to ourselves. Libations can be done before a ritual or conversation, whether at a protest or in your home, your office, a meeting, or other spaces that may be part of your daily life or community space or events.
THE CONCEPT OF “COOLNESS”
Water is life, we are water and our world is water. Water is of major importance to all living things; in some organisms, up to 90% of their body weight comes from water. Up to 60% of the human adult body is water. The earth is 71% water. The concept of coolness is integral to the delicate balance of our planet, the rise of 1 to 2 degrees in temperature of the world’s ocean that hold 95% of the earth’s water has been catastrophic thus far (hurricanes, tsunamis, melting ice caps). Similarly, when we get “hot headed” as individuals or loose our cool, we don’t think clearly, we allow emotional challenges to take over such as anxiety, anger, frustration, self-doubt, etc. We must maintain our own coolness to think clearly, calmly and strategically and for our own wellbeing, that of the collective, and that of mother earth.
DIRECTIONS
Use a small bowl and put half a cup of water in it. Ensure the water is room temperature or cold (do not use hot water) Dip your index finger into the water and drop a few drops of water onto the ground while chant the first phrase below “May the earth be cool”. Repeat while you chant each one of the phrases that follow.
May mother earth be cool
May our guiding spirits be cool
May our ancestors be cool
May my (our) heads be cool
You could add:
May conversations be cool
My the day be cool
May our movement be cool
May my (our) comrades be cool
May those who want to harm me be cool
May this day be cool
May……(add any other thing, situation, event, etc you want to bring coolness to)
Close out the libation with call and response 3 times.
You say: May it be so!
Group responds: Surely shall it be!
