Iwa Rere: Building Character the Yoruba Way
IWA RERE – GOOD CHARACTER This blog post delves into the Yoruba concept of “Iwa Rere,” which translates to “Good character.” It explores the importance of Iwa Rere in living a meaningful life and offers practical ways to cultivate these virtues in your daily routine. WHAT IS IWA RERE Iwa Rere goes beyond simply avoiding […]
Xeto marrumba xeto, xeto na Vizala, xeto á! – A salute and opening invocation
ABOUT THE EXPRESSION The phrase “Xeto Marumbaxeto, Xeto na Vizala, Xeto Á!” is a powerful and evocative greeting in the Afro-Brazilian religions of Candomblé and Umbanda. It is rich in symbolism and meaning, with multiple layers of interpretation that can vary depending on the specific context and tradition. (Note that X in Brazilian language is […]