Orishá Babalú-Ayé – Embracing Duality
INTRODUCTION TO ORISHÁ BABALU AYE (OMOLU): THE VULCANIC ORISHÁ OF HEALTH Welcome to our exploration of the roles, myths and archetypes of the Orishá Babalú-Ayé, a complex and fascinating Orishá revered across various Yoruba and diasporic traditions, including Candomblé and Santería. Known by many names, such as Omolu, Obaluaye, and Sakpata, Babalú-Ayé embodies the dual […]
Bridging Philosophies of Respect: Insights from Ifá and Kantian Philosophy
INTRODUCTION Welcome to a journey through the realms of philosophy and mythology, where the principles of respect intertwine in the teachings of Immanuel Kant and the wisdom of Ifá, a divination system rooted in Yoruba religion. In this exploration, we will delve into how respect is conceptualized and enacted in both Western philosophy and Ifá’s […]
Orishá Nanan Buruku: Orishá of Creation, Wisdom, and Nature
INTRODUCTION TO ORISHÁ NANAN BURUKU – THE ANCIENT MOTHER Welcome to our exploration of Nanan Buruku, a deity revered in various African and Afro-diasporic religions such as Vodou and Candomblé. Known by names like Nanan Buluku, Nanan Burukú, and Nanan Bukuulu, she stands as a towering figure in these spiritual traditions, often portrayed as the […]