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Image caption: People with albinism—those with a reduced ability to produce melanin—are regarded with deep reverence by the Òrìṣà Obàtálà, who considers them his children. They are believed to receive his special blessings and protection.

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This week, Dafá (Ifá Oracle Divination) reveals ÈjìOgbè (also known as Ogbè Méjì), the most senior of the 256 Odù. If you’ve been following the weekly Ifáscope, you’ll recognize this Odù—it has appeared several times already this year, most recently just a month ago. Its repeated emergence highlights the ongoing intensity of the spiritual and energetic forces at play. Fortunately, this week’s reading comes with Iré—a blessing of alignment, opportunity, and good fortune—confirmed through Ogbè Ìrẹtẹ̀, so long as we can steer clear of the troubles we tend to create for ourselves.

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We are still navigating a global convergence of multiple crises: economic instability, escalating conflicts, food and job insecurity, surging living costs, social and ethnic divides, stock market volatility, and a worsening climate emergency. These challenges feed a collective atmosphere of anxiety and imbalance.

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ÈjìOgbè always urges us to call upon Sùúrù, the spirit of patience, encouraging us to face these difficulties with calm, clarity, and inner steadiness. The snail, sacred to Obàtálà and born under this Odù reminds us of that, teaching us the wisdom of slow, steady, calm, and deliberate movement. It also reminds us that movement is necessary—inaction is not an option. We are being called to act with intention, grace, and purpose.

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The challenging part of such an intense energy that is ÈjìOgbè is in keeping things in perspective, not overreacting, and quietly continuing to move at our steady pace.

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The reading for this week refers you to the following ẹsẹ Ifá (Ifá Divination verse) as the "take-away" wisdom for this week's reading.

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"Òtítọ́l omifi-ntẹ lẹ̀-iṣa divined Ifá for Ẹlẹrẹmojú, the mother of Àgbọnnìrègún. Ifá said her sick child’s Ìkín would help her. She was therefore asked to make Ebó and wash the child’s head (Orí) with the prescribed Ifá herbal medicine. She heard and sacrifice."

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One interpretation of the referenced ẹsẹ Ifá is that the child's Ìkín would reveal the answers she was seeking. This may allude to the Ìkọfà (Icofa - Hand of Ọ̀rúnmìlà), which offers the devotee protection, guidance, and access to divine wisdom. This serves as a reminder that we should be actively working with our Ìkọfà, maintaining a regular spiritual practice to stay ahead of potential crises. In these uncertain times, it is only through the clarity of our intellect (symbolized by Obàtálà) and the wisdom of Ọ̀rúnmìlà that we are best able to navigate our complex world.

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The area most favored in this week’s reading is “success,” as revealed by Ìdígbè (also known as Ìdí Ogbè). This Odù encourages you to remain vigilant and discerning about the influences in your environment, as external forces—especially those that are hidden or deceptive—may seek to interfere with your progress. Staying spiritually grounded and alert is essential.

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This Odù also advises discretion: avoid flaunting your achievements, and refrain from sharing your goals or plans unless absolutely necessary.

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Take full advantage of the opportunities that arise this week. The conditions are favorable for advancement—success is within reach, if approached with wisdom and restraint. But you must act on it, don’t wait for success to come knocking on your door, you must seek it out.

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Please prepare the following Ebó (sacrifice/offering) for Obàtálà, as once again indicated by ÈjìOgbè (also known as Ogbè Méjì):​​​​

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• Coconut shavings, as revealed by Ọ̀sá’Gbè (also known as Ọ̀sá Ogbè), which reminds us not to become overly focused on material things or temporal (worries) issues. Doing so can lead to emotional and spiritual imbalance. In other words, avoid overthinking. If you expect everything to be perfect, disappointment is likely. Instead, embrace a more fluid approach to life—stay open, and you may find yourself pleasantly surprised.

• The coconut shavings serve as a symbolic offering to help quiet the mind, ease mental tension, and invite clarity and peace.

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Until next time, blessings to you all!​

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General Reminder: When making any Ebó (offerings), always offer a taste to Èṣù first, who is the divine messenger and takes your prayers and offerings to their destination.

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Às̩e̩

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Blessings! … Oluwo Ifájuyìtán

"We talk to God through prayer; we listen through meditation."

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