Awo Yoruba

THE LANGUAGE OF IFÁAWO YORUBA GLOSSARY OF TERMS USED IN IFÁ DIVINATION Awo Fa’lokun Fatunmbi Egbe Iwa Pele Introduction In order to understand the oral tradition of Ifa it is necessary to have some grasp of the language of Ifa. The rituals, invocations, incantations and recitations of traditional Yoruba religion are not expressed through conversational Yoruba. The language of Ifa is liturgical Yoruba (ofo ase), a language used among diviners to express transcendant ideas. Many of the words used in Ifa have a tonal resonance used to access the power of Spirit. Physics teaches the idea that all power in the universe is part of a sign wave which is the full spectrum of light. color and pitch. Every segment of the sign wave manifests as both The tonal quality of words used in liturgical Yoruba places the diviner in harmonic resonance with the tonal essence of a wide range of Spiritual Forces (Orisa). The remarkable quality of liturgical Yoruba is that the words used for invocation also carry meaning that reveals the inner essense of the Spiritual Force itself. For example, the word Obatala is used to describe the Force in Nature science calls white light. Ifa teaches that everything in the universe has some form of consciousness (ori). Saying the word Obatala places human consciousness in alighnment with the consciousness of white light. It does while telling us something about the quality of white light. The word Obatala is an eliysian of the phrase; O (Spirit) ba (power of expansion or male energy ie; Baba) ota (stone) ala (light). The word ba be be bi bo bo bu da de de di do do du fa fe fe fi fo fo fu ga ge ge gi go go gu gba gbe gbe gbi gbo gbo gbu ha he he hi ho ho hu ja je je ji jo jo ju ka ke ke ki ko ko ku la le le li lo lo lu ma me me mi mo mo mo mu na ne ne ni no no nu pa pe pe pi po po pu ra re re ri ro ro ru sa se se si so so su ta te te ti to to tu wa we we wi wo wo wu ya ye ye yi yo yo yu All Yoruba words are a combination of these fundamental sounds. for example Dada (Spirit of Vegitation) would be the parent of da (create). Doubling a word refers to its source or parent. the Spirit of the expansive quality of light that comes from the eternal stone of Creation (center point of the universe). Repeating the word da (create) suggests recreation or the power of vegitation to continiously go throw the process of birth. ba (expansive power) baba (father) babagba or baba baba (grandfather). One of the rules of Yourba language construction is that portions of a word can be doubled for a change in emphasis. growth.Obatala in the context of Odu Ifa (Yoruba Scripture) means. death and rebirth. for example. . Olatunde Sproye in his book Yoruba without Tears states there are one hundred and twenty-six combinations of vowels and consonants used as the basis for the Yoruba Language. If we double each of the one hundred and twenty-six combinations used as the basis for Yoruba language we get two hundred and fifty-two fundamental linguistic buiding blocks. The rest of Creation comes into being through the manifestation of two hundred and fifty two Forces in Nature. death and rebirth. I believe the best way to uncover the fundamental principles of Ifa as it was originally invisioned is through a study of the liturgical language. These four principles support the rest of Creation. This suggests to me the foundation of Yoruba language has been linked to Odu Ifa from it’s inception. When Ifa and Orisa spread through the Diaspora it was influenced by non African religions concepts. The dictionary defined Ifayabale as the I believe the word To me the word ascenscion of our Lord and Master Jesus Christ. meaning. The first four principles represent the cycle of birth. . predates Christianity and this definition is in error. The first Yoruba English dictionaries were prepared by Christian missionaries who had no understanding or desire to learn the spiritual mysteries preserved in the Yoruba language. life. When I wrote the book Iwa-pele I looked up the word Ifayabale in the Yoruba English dictionary in an effort to better understand a metaphysical concept. the wisdom of the fathers and mothers found on earth. Ifa scripture is based on two hundred and fifty six fundamental principles. Ifayabale is an eliysian of Ifa (wisdom) iya (mother) baba (father) ile (earth). I am sure many of my definitions will change as my understanding of Ifa and Yoruba language grows. This should not be considered a definitive study.This glossary is a preliminary attempt to understand Ifa theology through an understanding of Yoruba language. Bit by bit we eat the head of the rat. Hopefully it will serve as a point of departure for theological linquistic analysis. The words were taken from Odu Ifa as it is recited in Ile Ife and most of the vocabulary reflects the dialect of that particular region. Ase o Awo Fa’lokun Fatunmbi . ààlà Boundary. ààsè Door carved from the Iroko tree. her. meaning: "Ayan Tree is the Mystery of the Inner Sanctum of the Sacred Grove. ààfin Palace. home of a king (Oba). the Spirit of the Whirlwind. center.A a Him. ààrè Illness. farm hut depending on context. àba Ladder. abà A portion." ààyè Life. àárín Middle. depending on context. a piece of something larger. àasà Female Spirit. treatment. a Used as a prefix to a verb in the formation of nouns. Àáyán .inú .igbó Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). female Force in Nature.awo . depending on context. ààjò Care. ààjà Whirlwind. we and it. fatigue. The ladder is sacred to the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù) . The mat is used to create sacred space in Ifá and Òrìsà ritual and divination. abá Mat. àáké Ax. ààbò Half. border. àbáse Cooperation." Abanigbele The Spirit of Fire. meaning: "To Have Full Knowledge of You is to be Successful. this is a reference to the animating consciousness that exists inside a burning flame. Abata Mud. àbètélè Bribe. abi I or you. one who gives advice. abámò Feelings of regret. When Ifá scripture is refering to reproductive organs it is usually expressed as either the male or female bottom. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Òsun). something that comes directly from the Source of Creation (Olórún). Abesè Chief messenger of a religious society or extended family.mò . abé Bottom. abe Small knife. frequently associated with intervention from the Spirit Realm. being sorry about past actions. also used to refer to a razor. abanijé Detractor. Abélà Candle.ìbá .abádà Eternal. something that is perceived as strange.ó .tán . both creative and destructive.se Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà).bá . A . a wise elder. abáfù Fate in all of its manifestations. used to cool mediums in ritual. Abánigbèro Advisor. Abaya Queen Mother. abàmi An unusual occurrence. abéré Needle. Mud is sacred to the female aspect of the Spirit of White Cloth (Oduduwa/Yemo). . behind a reference to the human buttux. abèbe Fan. àbí Or. aboyún Woman who is pregnant. return. Abògán Those who worship the ant hill. Abòrìsà Those who worship Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). abo Female. Ifá can perform rituals that will induce the spirit of the child to remain on Earth to become an adult. Abomalè Those who worship the ancestors and the deified ancestors (Egúngún). . àbo Expression used to greet someone who has returned to the place of their departure. aborí The elevation of consciousness through the use of invocation and spiritual cleansing. abókulò One who works with the spirit of ancestors (Egún) to invoke transformation. The word refers to the spiritual cause behind a sequence of deaths among children in the same family. Abòpa Member of a society that gives reverence to the memory of the ancestors through the use of mediums. Abíkehin The youngest child in a family. abigba Four chains with nuts attached. abo Arrival. àbíku A child who dies at a young age and reincarnates through the same mother. abiléko Wife or widow. the ant hill represents the Spirit of hard work and cooperation. When this occurs. When the abigba is thrown two complete verses (Odù) of Ifá scripture are marked. Abògún Those who worship the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). It is the process of placing the physical self and the higher self in perfect alignment. Each chain has four nuts representing one leg of the marks used to represent the verses (Odù) of Ifá scripture. used in some regions of Nigeria to perform divination. fàdákà Silver cutlass. Adáhunse A herbal doctor. adaba Dove.Òrìsà A play performed in honor of the Spirit of the Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). Adámu . . adánri One who has shaved their head for religious reasons. sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). àdán Bat. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). abúléko Farm village. àdá A large knife with a hook on the end used in farming. àbúrò Younger relative. Some diviners keep their head shaved as a way of being in close alignment with the influence of the Forces of Nature (Òrìsà). The bat is used in medicine for protection.àború. protected by the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). usually in preparation for initiation. centers around the idea of not laughing at. àbosise Traditional Ifá greeting. àboyè. sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). abúra One who takes an oath during an initiation.irín Iron cutlass. or making fun of those who have some form of disability. junior relative. one who works with the Spirit of herbs and medicine (Òsányin). àdá . the person who makes a pledge. meaning: " I lift your burden from Earth and raise it to the Realm of the Immortals." abuké Person with a deformity in their spine. The dove is the Ifá symbol for peace and tranquility. àdá . àbusí A blessing given by an elder. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún) and the Spirit of the Farm (Òrìsà Oko). Abuku Disgrace àbule Village or house on the farm. The crown symbolizes the spiritual transformation that occurs when the Kings (Oba) are installed in office. adèbo One who prepares sacred food for a feast by slaughtering animals according to the rules of religious sanction. àdúgbò District. This type of prayer is a spontaneous appeal to the Spirits. afá Bridge. The crown is also the seat of protection that is given by the Spirit of the Mothers (Ìyáàmi). meaning: "Crown is Worthy.oyin Honeycomb (Bridge of Honey). afárá Bridge. or fowl. adému An offering of food to the Spirits." adibo Diviner. àdúrà Prayer that generally follows an invocation to the Spirits.adé Crown worn by Yorùbá Kings (Oba). afàiya The ability to make use of intuition. . afára . adireiranna The fowl used as an offering at a traditional Ifá funeral. Traditionally this is the person responsible for the protection of a given town or village. section of a village. adìe Chicken. also refers to a calabash with a lid depending on context. Adéseék Son of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). The honeycomb is sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). àdéhùn Agreement. adire Dyed cloth. Adógunsílè The chief warrior priest among those who worship the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). adímu A form of masquerade in memory of the ancestors (Egún). A dúpé We thank you. afári Barber, the person who shaves the head of an initiate during religious rites of passage. The word is also used to refer to the person who has had their head shaved. aféèrí Thing that disappears, a Spirit that vanishes. Afefe A messenger of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya), the gale wind. Afefe - jeje The whirlwind, the sacred power of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya) in its most intense manifestation. afe - imojo The tail of a large rat that is used by Yorùbá Kings as a symbol of their power of the word. afémóju The early morning, one of the times considered sacred for picking herbs. Aferef e Praise name for the Spirit of the Wind (Oya), the gentle aspect of the wind, the breeze, meaning: "The Good Wind." Aférifé légélégé Praise name for the Spirit of the Wind (Oya) , meaning: "Mysterious Wind." àfésónà Engaged to be married, committed to a relationship. afi Unless. afi - bi Unless. àfín Albino, protected by the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). àfojúbà Personal experience, personal truth. afójú Blind person, protected by the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). àfomó Infectious disease, that which is brought by the Spirit of Infectious Disease (Babaluaiyé). Afon Breadfruit (Treculia africana ), sacred to Ifá. àfonífojì Valley. aforíjì Forgiveness, also refers to a type of prayer used in Ifá for asking Spirit to forgive the need to make a blood offering. àfòse Magical incantations. Afurùkèrèsayo Reference to the left half of the horizontal line that forms the equal arm cross of a Ifá diviner's tray, meaning: "The one who has the diviner's tapper and is happy." aga Chair, low stool., in Ifá ritual the younger initiates will sit on a mat while the elders sit on low stools. agada Toy sword usually made from wood. àgalamòsà Rebel, the word suggests that the rebellion is guided by wisdom and divine inspiration. àgàn Barren woman. agaro Shovel. The shovel is sacred to the Spirit of the Farm (Orìsà Oko). Agayu The Spirit of the Fire at the Center of the Earth, in some versions of Ifá sacred history, Agayu is the Father of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). àgba Manhood, someone who is recognized as a male adult in the community. This status usually comes as the result of completion of a rite of passage. àgbà Elder person of either gender, a stem used as a rope depending on context. agbádá Priestly robes. àgbàdo Corn, sacred to the Divine Messenger (Èsù). àgbaiyé The entire world. àgbákò Misfortune, disaster, meaning: "without elders." àgbàla Yard near a house, usually inclosed by a wall or a fence. àgbàlágbà Elder, very old person. Ágbálé Head of the household. àgbálù The entire village. Agbami The mist that arises from the ocean, an aspect of the Spirit of the Ocean (Olókun). agbára Force, power, strength depending on context. agbasà Sacred stone, the Spirit of a sacred stone. Agbára Elder, person in authority, the word is also used to express power, spiritual strength and authority, used in reference to someone who speaks with authority, depending on context. àgbègbè Surrounding district, outer portion of a village. agbégbò Hen. agbéledi One of the wrestling moves used in the marital art that is sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). àgbere Intercourse, sexual interaction. agbéró Charm used by those who practice the martial art of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún), used to insure that the person remains standing during a martial arts contest. àgbé Short sword sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún), farmer depending on context. agbèje Pumpkin, sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). agbe Woodcock, cockatoo. agbégilére Woodcarver, a profession that is generally sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). Àgbìgbò Elemental spirit of the Forest that is know for causing trouble. agbo Medicine, poultice. àgbò Ram, sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). agbo A circle of dancers at a religious ceremony. agbó atò Long life, a common greeting among Ifá initiates. agbolé House. agogo Bell used as musical instrument to praise the Forces of Nature (Òrìsà). àgò Expression for asking permission to enter a house. agiyan The ant hill. Agbónire A praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). àgbon Coconut. meaning: "Hunter of Good Fortune. agbon Chin. agò Sacred cloth used by dancers who are mediums for the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). àgbònrín Chin. agbón Wasp. meaning: "Hunter of the Medicine of Good Fortune. collection of houses forming a compound that is generally used by a single extended family." Agbónìrègún A praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). sacred to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà) as a symbol of hard work and cooperation. agbòn Basket weaved from rafia. agé Small drum that is sacred to the Spirit of the Farm (Òrìsà Oko). agemo Chameleon. sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). Agesinyowa One of the council of sixteen diviners (Babaláwo) who perform divination of the King (Òòni) of Ilé Ifè. . agére Stilt dancer who dances as part of the ceremonies that honor the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). aginiso Word for snail used by devotees of the Spirit of the River (Osun) who have a taboo against using the word igbin. Agemo Spirit of the Forest worshipped in the Ijebu region of Nigeria. .agogo . Agunmola The planet Venus. aigbo . sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). sacred to the Spirit of the Mothers (Ìyáàmi)." Àguala The planet Venus. àiléso Barren. aibi One who has no children. being without blame. Agúnmu Medicine that is prepared by pounding it into a powder with a mortar and pestle. It is also known as the companion of the Moon or the dog of the Moon. aile Evening. without children. ahere Farm hut.eiye The beak of a bird. the double headed ax is sacred to the the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). meaning: "He Who Carries a Club. meaning: "never die. one who has become a deified ancestor. àgùtàn Sheep. a reference to the good character of the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá).àiyé Tranquility. the sign of one who has developed inner certainty. courage. Agongo ogo Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsù). a form of bad fortune in Ifá divination. The Spirit of Venus. The Spirit of Venus." àilábùku Spotless. being at peace in the world. one of the forms of bad fortune in Ifá divination. aikú Immortality. aifoya Being without fear. áike Ax. ahun Miser. It is also known as the companion of the Moon or the dog of the Moon. àiláiyà Coward. ailówò Poverty. black dogs are sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). .obinrin Female devotee of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún) who functions as a soldier. ajá Dog. ailésè A person of very good character. an indication of someone who is of good character. àìsàn Illness. ajagun Devotee of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún) who functions as a soldier. aiyé The surface of the Earth. àjà Ceiling. one of the forms of bad fortune in Ifá divination.ailébi One who has not experienced misfortune. aiyapa One who travels on a straight path towards spiritual growth. Àjàláiyé The Winds of the Earth. aja A wild vine that is sacred to the Spirit of Birds (Ìyáàmi). ajako Jackal. àìtó Personal element of a ritual that takes into account the circumstances of the individual who is turning towards religious ceremony as a vehicle of personal transformation. an aspect of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). since the beginning of time. ajabo A protection charm sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). àjanakú Elephant. someone who is above suspicion. immortal. ajagun . one of the forms of bad fortune in Ifá divination. in Ifá scripture it is the place where the Realm of the Ancestors (Egún) meets the realm of humans. aiyéraiyé Forever. ailórò The inability to invoke or manifest any form of abundance. Oogùn Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). In reference to the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù) it is used to indicate that the Divine Messenger (Èsù) is addressed first in most ritual. meaning: "The One Who is Praised First. ajidèwe Medicine used to restore vigor. Ajiki Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olórun). one of the animal totems or guides of the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù). the Spirit of Venus. also known as the companion of the Moon or the dog of the Moon. Aja . àjèjì Strange. Ajiletepowo A reference to the center point of the diviner's tray (òpón Ifá) and a reference to the centering principle as an aspect of Ifá spiritual discipline. sacred to the Spirit of the Mothers (Ìyáàmi). meaning: "She Who Is Never Guilty.jèbi Praise name for the Spirit of the Mothers (Ìyáàmi). meaning: "An early riser who sits down and prospers. A . ajeji Forgiveness.jà ." It also may be used as a reference to the personal Spirit of any given individual." ." Aje Saluga Elemental Spirit of Abundance. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun).ju . Ajígúmwà The sun. Ajapa Tortoise. an aspect of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya).mòpin One of the Spirits who shapes the head and forms the consciousness of each new born child. Aje . the Spirit of the Sun. Also used as a reference to money or abundance. the tortoise is the Divine Messenger for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó).Àjàlórun The Winds of the Realm of the Ancestors.Osun The planet Venus. àjé The Spirit of a Bird used by women (Ìyáàmi) to invoke powers used for abundance and justice." Àjàlá . meaning: "Stronger than Medicine.má . This same power is used to consecrate the crown of the Yorùbá Kings. àkala Vulture. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). the entire spectrum of a person's personal experience. àkàtànpó Hunter's tool.ibon The firing of muskets. àjísà Charms used for protection. disease and poverty." àjo sepò Cooperation. sacred to the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). These Spirits are generally associated with the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù) and are considered an aspect of the balancing dynamic that occurs in Nature. àjò l'ayé Journey through the world. The ladder is sacred to the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù). ajojó Dancing for the Spirits (Orìsà). a symbolic reference to the fountain of life or the spiritual source of physical rejuvenation.àjínde The Spirit of a deceased ancestor (Egún) who speaks at their own funeral through a medium (Egúngún). Ajogún Destructive Spirits that bring death. ajoyin . ajomisanra The eternal dew. Aj ori The Spirit of the daughter of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). traditionally muskets are fired while making offerings to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). àkarà Bread cakes cooked in palm oil. meaning: "Bird of the Inner Spirit. . gathering of a group of people. used in reference to the spiritual journey of self discovery that occurs throughout life. matralineal ancestors (Ayélalà Egún). àjo Meeting. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). ajugu dunirín A pile of iron in or near a shrine used as an altar for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). àjó Journey. akàbà Ladder. ajobi Ancestors of a woman. Akódá One of the Prophet Òrúnmìlà's first two students.bí .otútù Cold season. A . Cotton is sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). term also used to identify a senior priest in a society of diviners.àké Ax. the purpose of following one's destiny. meaning. akika Pangolin plant (Uromanis Longicanda Briss ). Male chickens are sacred to the Spirit of most Warriors (Ibora). akòja Fulfillment.àlà Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá).8888 àkébàjé Over indulgent behavior. the double headed ax is sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). akokoro Toothache.kè . akese Cotton. also the word for refering to the martial art practiced by the devotees of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). . sacred to the Spirit of the Farm (Orìsà Oko).oyé Windy season.ojo Rainy season. The sheath of a knife is used as an offering to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). àkókò . akin Hero. one of the sources of bad fortune in Ifá divination." akere Frog. àkókò . àkókò Season of the year. The word also means male. heroic person and heroic action. male chicken. "Radiant White. àkókò . aki Bravery.éèrùn Dry season. ako Sheath of a knife. àkókò . Akiko Cock. àkóbí First born. meaning: "Not to Have Full Knowledge of You is to Fail. meaning: "season of becoming a woman. meaning: "season of becoming a man. chief Priest of the Council of elders (Ogboni). In Ifá scripture white cloth is a symbolic reference to dreams and mystic vision. The word is used to describe the Spirit of the Warriors (Ibora).mò . ako . one who has visions while sleeping. akúnlèbo Kneeling to worship. productive. The symbol of white cloth is a reference to moral purity. akunnu Fruitful. meaning: "The Merciful One. akun Religious bead. àkúnlèyàn Destiny as choice. good fortune and abundance. Aláàfin The traditional title for the King of Oyo.ojo Five day week that is used as the basis for the Ifá calender of ritual events." A . Álá Light in the Spiritual sense of that which brings illumination or enlightenment. Alááànú Spirit that helps shape consciousness prior to birth.ó . effective dreamer." akóni Teacher. àlà White cloth. also a reference to the Spirit of Light.tán Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà ). àkúnlègbà Destiny which is altered by free will. or the act of free will." akókò ti okunrin Male puberty rite. . the word is also used to suggest that something is true." aláàfia A greeting that means peace.kò . dream. alá Owner. also refers to white cloth in both literal and symbolic terms. akoni Brave warrior. a strong person who may be remembered as a deified ancestor.akókò ti obinrin Female puberty rite. The realm of nightmares is controlled by the Spirit of Nightmares (Sigidi). meaning: "One who is addressed first. àlákala Nightmare. a male descendant of one of the original families that founded the Yorùbá federation. This medicine is commonly used to make a person invisible to their enemies in the sense that they will not be bothered rather than physically invisible. . alaiyeluwà Greetings said to an Oba. one who is ignorant of the Light. alafogún Owner of medicine. reference to a herbal doctor. aláìsí Physical death. also the title for the chief priest of the Society of Ancestor Reverence in Ilè Ifé." This is a reference to the fact that The Divine Messenger is usually addressed first during ritual. Aláde Prince. Alábalese Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). Aláféèri One who knows the secret to the charm that makes one invisible. alágbò Medicine pot. Some forms of this medicine can create telaportation. Alágemo Member of men's society in Ijebu region that honors the Spirit of the Chameleon. aláìgbón Foolish. Alajìki Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsù). a person of courage. as opposed to spirit or ancestor. a reference to the right side of the horizontal line on the diviner's tray (òpón Ifá). a person of the Earth. alaifoiya One who is fearless.aláàye Someone who is living." Alabalòtún The Spirit of the One who implements with the right. meaning: "He Who Predicts the Future. alábalàse Forever. Alàgba Elder. Alamorere Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). alaromo One who wishes another harm or bad fortune. meaning: "Owner of the best clay. Alásotele Prophet. alárinrin Fine. one who is able to see into the future.alakete Calabash of light. one of the Primal Sources of Creation. Àláwo Word used to identify an Ifá initiate who is still in training as a diviner. aláse Person of power. àlejò Visitor. àlàyé Explanation. alésùjáde A person who is skilled at terminating possession by unwelcome or destructive spirits. aláya Husband." alangba Lizard. Alaselòsì The Spirit of the One who implements with the left. a person who makes use of hexes. aláràbarà Multi colored. . àle Leprosy. a reference to the left side of the horizontal line on the divining tray (òpón Ifá). Alápìíni Chief Priest of the Ancestor Society in Oyo. lazy person. alé Evening. a person who has visions in their sleep. an exorcists. alákorí Useless person. usually refers to that which is hidden or unrevealed. fancy. alála One who is an effective dreamer. " amotélè The ability to see into the future. Amúlù Odù The verses of Ifá scripture that follow the first sixteen verses (Olu Odù). the Source of personal destiny." Àmòká The Spirit of the Sun. and the Sun itself. meaning: "The Savior of Ifé from the early days. àlòkù Second hand. Amodídá Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). Amòlà Ifé Owòdáyé Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). amu Jar or pot. Alúdùndún Òrun Guardian of personal destiny in the Realm of the Ancestors. alunipa Executioner. meaning: "One Who cuts through sickness. amokisitekun Panther. alubarika Property. amulu Combination. the human finite perception of the infinite.Àlo . alukerese Creeping plant (Ipomoea involucrata ).ìràntàn Sacred history. Amodi Sickness. Amáiyégún Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)." amomotán Imperfect knowledge. Amónisègùn .mápò Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsù). ." àmààní Opportunity. clairvoyance. meaning: "The Guardian of Medicine on Earth. a member of the society of elders (Ogboni). meaning: "The medicine pouch that guides us to the Immortals. amo Lizard. one who has fulfilled their destiny. àná Yesterday. apá Arm. acts as a guardian for the medium. àníàní Doubt. apari Bald head. àpeere Perfection or completion.amure Sash worn by men around the waist as a symbol of balance between male and female Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). Apetebi The Spirit of the wife of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà) an initiated position within Ifá that is held by those women who are married to Ifá initiates. the goal of spiritual growth and development. apáko Bamboo. anípé One who has abundance in all things. side or direction depending on context. anamó Sweet potato. amòye Wise elder. apáta Rock. being without love or affection. àna In . àpárá Joke.law.inù Conscience. Amúsan One of the children of the Spirit of the wind. the rock is sacred to most Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). Àpárí .inú Inner Spirit. anife One who has no mate. one of the forms of bad fortune in Ifá divination. . àpè Prayer. one who is able to give good council and advice. the person who holds a switch and walks in front of Egúngún during ancestral ceremonies. apàrá . people. àpò Bag often refers to bag used to carry medicine and tools associated with ritual work. depending on context. sacred to the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). arewa Beauty. ara . self. Àràbà A senior Ifá priest who is initiated into Mysteries that are associated with protection from the Spirit of Infectious Disease (Babaluaiyé). Àríwa North. àràn Ifá drum. àpo'gùn Medicine pouch.ile Friends and relatives. the performance of a scared story. aráiye The people of the world. arigogo Hook. apiwo Cure for negative medicine. araiye People of the Earth. ará Thunder. ara Body. àpótí Box. also refers to the Spirits of the North. aré Play. arábìnrin Sister. or for the removal of a hex. apó Quiver. arákùnrin Brother.apeja Fisherman. also refers to charms carried by worshippers of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). members of the extended family. . sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó) and the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). àpo onísègùn Medicine pouch. arùn ara Illness of the body. asèje Food prepared as medicine. àsásí Hexing. asán Afternoon.Àríwá North. also refers to Spirits of the North. aro Sadness. arùn èjè Illness of the blood. àsaro Meditation. aròn Worm. elemental spirit with the body of a human and the head of a dog. tradition. noise depending on context. ariwo Hook. aróso Material used to wrap around the body as a dress. aró Indigo dye used to color cloth. arugbo Old person. Ar oni Spirit of the forest. aro Plant used in Ifá for protection from death (Crossopoteryx Febrifuga). frequently used when dancing for the Forces in Nature. àrùn Illness or disease. arùn eegun Illness of the bones. Aronimoja Elemental spirit of the forest. aròn ìro Hernia. . Arúku Spirit who transforms and elevates the spirit of the ancestors. disabled person sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). àsà Custom. ariwowo Hook. " asíri Mystery. Àsedá One of the Prophet Òrúnmìlà first two students.ìbojú Viel used to cover the face of mediums in possession with the Spirit of Forces in Nature (Orìsà).asaájú Group leader. clothing frequently used in reference to clothing that has religious significance. meaning: "The Mystery of Power that Comes from Eating the Yam. that which brings dynamic force into Being in the Universe. term also used to identify a senior priest with a communal society of Ifá elders.sòrò . àsèhindè The expected reincarnation of a revered elder. aso Cloth.ìyànjú Praise name for the Spirit of Infectious Disease (Babaluaiyé). Asògún One who worships the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). secret depending on context. aso . the word is also used at the end of prayers meaning: "May it be so. one who predicts the future based on an assessment of current circumstances. asejù Excess. . àsikò Time. àsé Menstruation. taboo for traditional Ifá /Òrìsà burial rituals. asiwèré Person suffering from mental illness. meaning: "One Who Makes Things Prosper.mo .dayò Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)." The phrase is intended to be an invocation rather than a request." àsotélè Prophecy. Asin . A . àse Spiritual Power.l'égbàá . aseni Unknown enemy. àsíse Mistake. aso pupa Red cloth. mátàsé Praise name for the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). genuine depending on context. àtakò Opposition. also refers to the power center at the top of the head. até To spread." atéléwo Palm of the hand. àtàrí Top of the head. . àte . with caution. the purpose of Ifá divination is to discover the true meaning of circumstances. honest. atare Hot peppers used in food and medicine. atèhìnkú Premature death. meaning: "The sharp shooter. àtéwó Palm of the open hand. àterúdérú Ancestor who suffered in slavery. àte Mat. ata Pepper.asoyé Explaining the inner essence or true meaning of a thing or an event. home of the Divine Messenger (Èsù). ataparako Thumb. meaning: " the mat that can't be rolled up. also used to mean avert. atàpárìnyénkú Halting. Ata .ìká .ìká Rafia mat used for sacred space during divination. Àté . àtàtà Real. in Ifá it is eaten to prepare the mouth for certain types of prayers." atana Crossroads.ení Reference to all of Creation. the mat is used to establish sacred space for ritual and divination. Até Òrìsà Circular tray or mat used in cowrie shell divination. àtúnbi Born again. àtijó Some time ago." awo Mystery. Atóónàlórógùn Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún)." atori Stick (Glyphaea laterifiora ) that is sacred to the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). awó Guinea hen. with. àwon Them. àwo Dish. Atokùn Leader of a society for ancestor reverence. àtò Seamen. plate. Àwàlàwúlú Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). the Ifá word used for physical reincarnation.ati And. Awoni The society of Ifá priests who divine for the King (Òòni) of Ilé Ifè. group. awomi Invoking Spirits through the use of water. meaning: "Hefty Hunter. awo'de The Mystery of Hunting. awò Color. . àtúnwá Rebirth of character. to depending on context. the Ifá word used for reincarnation of the soul. awo Skin. diviner. àtitàn Refuse heap. sacred to the power of transformation that is related to some aspects of the Divine Messenger (Èsù). hide. atòsí Gonorrhoea. they. meaning: "Rugged and Rough Spirit. in the past. Ato Female priestess in ancestral reverence societies (Egúngún). the Ifá belief that each person comes to the world having an agreement with Creation regarding the fate that is to be experienced during a given life time. gathering. awure Unassuming. Ayélalà The collective Spirit of Ancestral Mothers.awo . the Ifá belief that each person comes to the World having an agreement with Creation regarding the fate which is to be experienced during a given life time.Àwònyè Òrìsà Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). àyànmó . ayani explanation. ayé World. refers to the power center at the crown of the skull. ayebo Hen. B ." àwùjè Top of the head. Ayànràbàtá . awuje Butter beans (Phaseolus lunatus ) àwùjo Meeting. àyànmó Destiny.ojà Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsù). àyán Tree sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó).lè . aya Wife. Ayaba The wife of the queen. aye Room. meaning: "The enraged Spirit. awun Miser. ayo Joy.ìpín Destiny. to find. usually a grandfather. Babansìnkú Chief priest responsible for leading a funeral. meaning father of the light or wisdom. Bàbà Guinea corn. this is the Spirit associated with those infectious diseases that are carried by the wind across the surface of the earth during dry and hot times of the year. male initiate into the Mysteries of Ifá. The term Babaláwo is generally reserved for the elder Ifá initiates in a given community. instead they are called by their title or called by the word that indicates their relative age within the extended family. Babal'órìsà Father of the Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). Babagba Older man. Babanlá Grandfather. Sometimes used as a shorten version of ìbá which means should. Báàlè Chief of a village. used to describe any male adult old enough to have children. Báàbà Something that is great. ." bádámajèmú To make a sacred oath or agreement with another person or group of people. bá To meet. against. bà To see. Babaláwo Father of the Secrets. male initiate into the Mysteries of Nature (Awo Òrìsà). Babatúnde Name given to a child who carries the ancestral spirit of their father. usually of lesser status than an Oba which is an initiated position that is granted directly by the Òòni of Ilé Ifè. especially those who are adept at Ifá divination. should depending on context. In Yorùbá culture it is impolite to call someone who is older by their proper name. meaning:"Father Returns. Babaluàiyé Spirit of the Surface of the Earth.ba To join. Baba Father. balè To touch the ground in front of an elder as a sign of respect. bàtá Drum sacred to Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó) and to the ancestors (Egúngun). or to talk with someone depending on context bala Spotted. to supplicate Spirit. or give birth. bè To beg for something. to eat with someone. bawo ni? How are you? báyi Thus. barapetu Great. Ba-ohun-mimo-je To make profane use of sacred objects. bàjé To spoil. a reference to the Divine Messenger's strength." bámúbámú Full. Bara A Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsù). like this. bàlagà To come to maturity. to associate with someone. bàta Foot. bájà To fight. may refer to spiritual re-birth. to be identified as an adult. bambi Guide me. . Bámbi Praise name for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). bàtà Shoe. a person of distinction. báfohùn To talk with someone. Balògun The chief of the society of warriors.báde To hunt in a group. banújé To be sad. meaning: "Spiritually reborn. be . bisha . biribiri Very dark. like. no. Bérè A term of dignity and respect used in reference to elder woman. béè So. bo To enter. bèrèsí To begin. bèbè To implore. to be mad. bebe An important accomplishment. bò To arrive. area around the eye.bé To cut. béèkó It is not so. bí Placed at the end of a sentence to indicate that a question is doubtful. to cut off. bínú To be angry. bere To ask. bó To escape. bèbè-ojú Eyebrow.ni This is. eyelid. bò To cover.bisha The movements of a dancer. beleje Slender. yes. boro Narrow . bere To bend down. bikita Show. béèni It is so. Bèmbé Drum used in Hausa religious ceremonies. bóyá . maybe. . also means very bad. very negative.bòròkìnní Gentleman. bú To cut. burú Bad. well behaved person. negative. describes a condition of consciousness in which there is little hope for spiritual transformation. bu Dip.bóyá Perhaps. destructive. very destructive. burúkú Place of extreme confusion. to cause. dáke To be silent. to become old. dáhùn To speak. dà To cast metal. or beautiful. to grow up. to provide a shield or screen. dakùn Please. also refers to an offering to the Divine Messenger (Èsù). dabò To stop. a single dancer. dáàdáá Good. to speak with purity. dájó Dancing alone. or excuse me. to pour. Dada The Spirit of Vegetables. dàgbà Aging. dáfá The process of divination used by Ifá priests that makes use of either sixteen ikin (Sacred palm nuts) or an opèlé (Sacred chain with eight nuts attached). dabòbò To protect. dabi To resemble. dá To create. dáhùnfun To take responsibility. . dako To circumcise. dájó To settle a dispute. dàgalágbà Becoming an adult male. also the guardian Spirit new born children with large tufts of hair.D da To cast divination. to answer. dákeroro To be calm. dalè To break a promise, to violate an oath. dálókerú To free a person from slavery. dámájèmú To make a binding agreement. dámòràn To advise. dáná To make a fire. dáni To beat someone in a wrestling match. danindanin Important. dànsíkí Short gown, long shirt. dára Good, to be good, to look good. dáradára Very good, all right. dárò To be sympathetic. dáwò To consult divination. de To arrive, to arise, to stand up depending on context. dé To cover, to arrive. déédéé Exactly. délade To crown a King (Oba). délé To arrive at home. dèlóna To prevent progress, to restrict travel, refers to restrictions on the path of spiritual growth. de To trap. dekun To stop. dèngé Porridge, also pap used as the foundation for Ifá medicine. désè Action that is in opposition to the Will of Nature (Òrìsà) or the development of good character. dewo The temptation to act in opposition to the development of good character. di To become, also refers to casting either a spell or casting divination. dì Ti tie. dí To block , to obstruct. Dídá Creation in Nature and the act of being creative. dídá - ara Good health. dídàgbà Growth. dídara Good. dìde To stand up, to get up. didé To arrive. didupe The process of giving thanks, may refer to thanking the ancestors (Egún) or Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). díè Some. dígbóò Hunter's clothing. dígí Mirror, sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). dínà To obstruct, to cause disruption. dípò To replace. dobale To prostrate as a sign of respect to either a shrine or an elder. do - do Far. dòdò Fried plantan. dógba To be equal. dojúko To confront. dójúso To look at. doyi To spin. dùbúlè To lie down. du - du Big. dúdu Black, also refers to the mystery of that which cannot be seen. dùn Good tasting, sweet. dun - dun Cold. dùndú Fried yam. dùndún Talking drum. dúpé To give thanks. dúró To stand. E ebe Yams, sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). ebi Hunger. eburú Elemental spirits that work with the Spirit of Infectious disease (Babaluàiyé). èdè Language. èdé Buffalo, sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). èdèàìyédè Misunderstanding, argument. éèdì Charm, or spell. éègun Bones, human bones. eélòó How much? éèpà Greeting, announcing a procession of members of the male council of elders (Ogboni). Èdùmàrè Regional dialect for Source of Creation, (Olodumare). an aspect of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). egbò Sore. èfó Broken plate. eji Rain. sacred to the ancestors (Egún). egiri Ifá medicine used as protection from the Spirit of Death (Iku). Egbé Whirlwind. spread by the Spirit of Infectious Disease (Babaluàiyé). egbónó Smallpox.lege An aspect of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). Efufu . meaning: "The Spirit of the Gentle Breeze. egbin Antelope. invocations used to raise power (ase). ègede Incantation. égbéé Protective charm for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). ègbodò Yams. . egbòogi Medicine.lege . egungun Silk cotton tree (Ceila pentandra ) also known as the Araba Iroko tree. Egúngún Society of ancestral mediums who perform in masquerade. egurè Village. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). egunsi Melon seeds." Efunle Ifá plant (Orchidaeeae ) egbe Loss.efi Smoke. egbódo Slice yam. Égún The Spirit of an ancestor. èkùró Palm nuts used for Ifá divination (ikin). èkuru White bean meal. sacred to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà) and the Divine Messenger (Èsù). Èkèmí Praise name for the Source of Being (Olórun). Charantia ). èle Violence. Ejufiri The Spirit that shapes consciousness.dide Red parrot tail feather.yoyo Praise name for the Spirit of Infectious Diseases (Babaluàiyé). eko . ekútè Bush rat. ejò Snake. èlè Knife with a long blade.kò -k'omo .léhìn . Èjì Ogbe Name of first verse (Odù) of Ifá divination. . falsehood.re . Ejúbonà Sacred shrine.Èjìlá Seborà Name of verse (Odù) used in cowrie divination (mérìndínlógún). essential sacred symbol used in Ifá and Òrìsà initiation. ekúté Mouse èkùlù Deer. ejurin Ifá leaf (Momordica Balsamina M. deceitful person. ékú Rat. Ejòkò Name of verse (Odù) used in cowrie divination (mérìndínlógún). the foundation of inner strength. Ejò . èké Liar. ekeji Second. ekó Ifá charm used for protection for female Ifá worshippers. elénìní Elemental spirits that block human growth. èpé Curse or hex involving the use of a charm. èniakénia A person who harbors negative feelings or destructive intentions. enini Morning dew. higher self. me. emini Dampness. people.elégbògi Herbal healer. eléyi This one? elu Stranger. enini Slanderer. enìní Enemy. enígbó Animal tracks in the forest. traditional greeting to Yorùbá Kings (Oba). they are usually generated by interalized fear. same as àbikú. elekejieni Spiritual double. . eléré The Spirit of a child who dies young and reincarnates with the same destiny. èmi I (personal pronoun). èlubó Yam flower. eluju Field. ènìà Person. Eníyán The Spirit of a bird sacred to the society of women (Ìyáàmi). Elésù One who worships the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù) elétùtu A person who makes an offering to elevate their inner spirit. epa Hail. Staple in traditional Yoruba diet. erè Boa constrictor. sacred to most male Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). . èsin Last year. èrokéró Negative intentions. also refers to ashes from a fire. eru Handle. people depending on context. sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). ère Statue of a Force of Nature (Òrìsà).epo Palm oil. èsì Reply. erin Elephant. the desire to do harm. èrò Thought. èro Person on a spiritual pilgrimage. eruko The handle of a hoe or farming tool. eré isinkú Improvised aspects of a funeral ritual. erupe Dirt. eruwa funfun Ifá herb (Andropogon Gayanus ). Eshinrinmofgbo Praise name for the Invisible Realm of the Ancestors (Orun). Erinlè Elephant also the Spirit of Song. èsè .àluko Purple dye. usually carved from wood. sacred to the Spirit of the Rainbow (Osumare). eré Spontaneity. èrè Gain. erinkà Corn on the cob. èsè Dye. erú Load. common offering for Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). etu Blue and white woven cloth. Èsú The Spirit of the Divine Messenger. or that which. . ewé Ifá Ifá herb (Uraria picta ). etutu Atonement. leaf of honor (Brillantisia patala ). èto Personal elements of a ritual. religious restriction designed to keep a person on their path of destiny. ewu Danger.Esinsin Fly. or white hair. ètùtù An offering designed to place the individual in alignment with the will of the ancestors and the will of Nature. variation on traditional rituals that speak to the immediate need of the person or people involved. eso Fruit. ewú Grey hair. èwo Which one? ewo Taboo. elephant grass (Pennisetun purpureum ). peril. eti Ear.owo Ifá herb. ewure Female goat. esun Ifá herb. eyi This. eukéwu Danger. ewé Leaf. eyiti That. ewé . who also as a role as the Spirit of the Divine Trickster and the Spirit of the Divine Enforcer. èwe Young person. a sign of dignity. commonly used in Ifá scripture to make a spiritual point through the use of humor. èbora Strong. also the name of the male aspect of the Spirit of the Earth (Onile).E e You. Èdán àrá Thunderstone.óro A pun. Èdán A rod or a staff. ebura tapa Ifá herb (Nupe Egungun ). èfè Singing and clowning during ceremonies honoring the Maternal Ancestors (Gelede). èbí Family. guilt. èbáti Temple. sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). ebo Life force offering to either Forces of Nature (Òrìsà) or ancestors (Egún). eda Creature. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). ebe Request. sacred shrine. brave man. sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sango). èda . èbádó The bank of the river. the Spirit of the Guardian of Consciousness (Osun). eburu Destructive elemental spirit. èbi Fault. also a reference to the Forces of Nature (Òrìsà). edùn Ax. ebùn Gift. and the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). . èbá Boiled gari. ie the Divine Messenger (Èsú). also refers to making a joke. vicinity depending on context. that provide protection. egbe Companion. egun Thorn on a bush. eiyele Bird of the house. èjo Ifá The interpretation of Ifá scripture (Odù) during divination. a reference to elemental spirit of a bird worshipped by the society of women (Iyáàmi). Egbéògbà Spirit honored by the society of women (Ìyáàmi). ejó Court case. ejé Blood. or a society of people. èhin . egede Medicine used for protection against the Spirit of Death (Iku) egbón Elder. efun White chalk. eja Fish. sacred to most Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). ègbe Cooked beans. leaf of good fortune Evouns alsinoides ). efon Buffalo. sacred to the Spirit of Wind (Oya). efún Charm or spell usually associated with creating some form of attraction. ègbé Community of people with a common purpose. eiye Bird. . sacred to the Spirit of the King of the White Cloth (Obàtálá) and the Spirit of the Ocean (Olókun). ehin Back. efunle Ifá herb.èfó Green vegetables. èfóri Headache.òla The future. ekùn Leopard. eko mimu Cornstach cruel. Èlà The Spirit of Purity. ekùn Weeping. the study of spiritual matters. Èkó Mímó Spiritual lessons. also refers to one of the aspects of the Divine Messenger (Èsú). eléni Person dancing with the mask of the Chameleon (Agemo). èkókékó The teaching of false doctrine. eléri Witness. elédè Pig. associated with the power center between the eyes. Elédà Creator. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). also refers to Ancestor masquerade. or the teaching of inaccurate information. èléiye Bird woman. ela Ifá herb (Epiphytic Orchidaceae ). reference to a woman who works with an elemental bird spirit in the soceity of women (Iyáàmi). the First Reincarnation of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). Elégbà A person of good character. . ekun Tears. It is also the name given to the ceremony that celebrates the first harvest of yams. eko Cornstach gruel.Ekáàbò Welcome. èkó Teaching. eketa Third. Elégára The aspect of the Divine Messenger (Èsú) associated with the Spirit of the Trickster. education. This ceremony is an important aspect of the Ifá calender of seasonal celebrations. the person who. eniti Who. en Expression of agreement. emirin Next year. enu . epa Peanut. "Witness to Creation. enyin You. emu Palm wine. èmí Breath. eni Person.Elérìn . eni .ìpin Praise name of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). . Èmi Mimo Spirit of the Creator. spoken by Ifá priests when someone is receiting Ifá scripture to indicate that a particular verse has been repeated correctly.kan One person.òwo A revered elder. emere Elemental spirit.òna Doorway. Emesè Society of Ifá priests who say prayers on a daily basis for the Yorùbá Nation. eni . passageway.ti Person that. eni . enu geru The entrance to a palace. also the name given to a mat used for divination. also refers to the human soul. meaning. elomiran Another person." èlúku Secret society. Èmí Òrìsà Spirit of a Force in Nature (Òrìsà). gate. enu Mouth. esè Foot.owó Small cowries. eran . Èsèntáiyé Naming ceremony. èrò Soothing quality.ebo The animal used for a life force offering to Forces in Nature (Òrìsà) or to the spirit of the ancestors (Egún). epere Better. or track in the earth. Erinla Cow. ese Row. foot depending on context. erù Load. esè Ifá Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). Ifá uses characoal as medicine for spiritual elevation and for physical healing. èsà . èrúbo Obligation to make an offering to Spirit. erun Tree used for making charcoal. erin Laughter. of the Ifá divining tray. . eranko Wild animal. based on divination. generally associated with women or female Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). èrí .èpa Small jars of medicine.okàn Conscience. eran Animal. èrù Fear. ese Breaking. esè Odù Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). eri River. meat. Esè Opón Foot or bottom. eyin Egg. fá To wipe.esin Horse. ewon Ifá herb (Acacia ataxacantha ). fadákà Silver. èwè Also. fà To pull. ewà Beauty. èyà Cultural group of people. fàfòsese The use of ritual to transform problems. èwà Beans. sacred to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà) and the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). or to clean. èwòn Chain. ètù Ifá medicine that is burned on a fire. farabalè To be calm. esisu Queen aunt. F fa To pull. etù Guinea hen. . faiya To charm or allure. ètè Leprosy. sacred to Ifá. fàfose To predict the future. used in some forms of Ifá medicine. fidan To explore a mystery. fifòwòse To do something with reverence.àsefún To give an order. felá To act with importance based on holding a position of responsibility. fipata To make soup. fijì To forgive. fèrè Flute. . fe A long time. fi .apatabò The use of shield in self defense.farapamó To be calm. fi By. filà Cap. with or to depending on context. fifokànsin Spiritual devotion. fimó To perform initiation. fiféraeni Self esteem. fijúbà To give respect. fé To love. fibò To hide from view. fi . fere The gathering of rain clouds. the belief in souls returning to earth in different bodies. féniyawo To marry. fífaragbò Incarnation. fári To give a haircut with a razor. fúye Light. they burn palm oil with a cotton wick. fúnlèfólorun To give freely. fó To break. considered a blessing from the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). fiatíla Lamp. fònahan To offer guidance. to worship. fojúkojú To face a problem head on. fun For.fírì The greatest. fúnninimolè To offer enlightenment. fò To wash. traditional Ifá lamps are made from pottery. or fearful. fòfe The ability to perform miracles. to do something because it is the right thing to do. foríbalè To treat with reverence. fowólérán To act with patience. folárin To move with dignity. fúù The sound made by the wind. funfun White. fòiya To be afraid. the voice of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). fójú Blind. G . fúnwiniwini To drizzle. firúbo To make a life Force Offering. gò To be stupid. gèlè Head wrap made from cloth. gori To ascend. ga Excellent. . elevated. to experience spiritual growth. góòlù Gold. courageous action. gángan Traditional drum. gidigidi Completely. gòmbó Facial scars indicating lineage. gùn To be tall. goloto Stupid. giri With courage. Gèlédé Masquerade soceity dedicated to honoring the ancestoral Mothers.gáàn Identical. goróyè To receive a title. gun To climb. gere Trail. extremely also refers to a large Buffalo sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). gelete At ease. géndé Strong man. gèdé Ifá system of topographical astrology. exactly gáàri Cassava meal. gala Deer. to become a King (Oba). the study of the spiritual influence of planets on the landscape. scattered. open space. gbàdúrà To pray. . gbada Knife with large blade. gbabe To forget. generally not used for divination. gbaguda Cassava.gunnugun Vulture. gbàni to possess. gbàjámò The profession of being a barber. also refers to the Spirit of the South. GB gba The sound of wood breaking. gbajumo Gentleman. gbárajo To gather. gbé To lift. gbádùn To enjoy. gbarada Immense. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). gbagbo To believe. gbángangbàngan Arbitrary movement. gbànja Kola nut with two halves. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). gbà To accept or take. this implies that something is happening quickly. gbangba Open place. gúúsù The south. to form an assembly. gbo To hear. to understand. gbin Plant. gbó To be old. gbéré Incision. gbèsan To have revenge. . reference to any type of plant. gbérè Congratulations. gbóná To be hot. gbe li gbo The center point of the Ifá diving tray. gbóju Brave. gbodogi Ieaf used for thatched roofing (Sarcophrynium Spp. gbede Wet.). gbéyàwó To marry. gbese Debt. a symbolic reference to being in perfect alignment with personal destiny. gbodo Must. cut. gbese To act in volation of personal taboo. gbigbon Shaking. gbèrò To intend. gbogbo All. everything. gbegbe Ifá herb (Lcancina richantha ).gbédè To act in an intelligent manner. gbogborogbo Very long. gbórín Large. h-uwà .ará .oko To be rude. hùwà To behave. he To pick up. hen Yes. passing through the puberty rite. hàn To be obvious. gbooro Long and thin. expression used by Ifá priests to confirm that someone has accurately recited portions of oral scripture (Odù). gúnlésè Hand to hand combat. hun To weave.ikà To act with malicious intent. Gbònkáà The brother of The Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). hùwà . I I Him. han To scream or shout. her. it. . hó To boil. gbowó Shake hands. a form of boxing. halè To threaten. H hà Expression of amazement. gbúròó To hear.gbónju Coming of age. Ìbejì orò The power of the Spirit of Twins (Ìbejì). ." ìbíle Person of a particular place. ìbèrù Fear. cool headed. who is from that place. ìbogibòpe Person who worships many Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). The orientation may determine the prospects of good fortune or bad luck. ibà pójúpójú Serious fever. ibaralè Self control. also the Spirit of Triplets sacred to the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). Ìbamolè Spiritual Forces that are worthy of respect. ìbà Homage. or respect. ìbínú Anger. Ibìkejì Èdùmàrè Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olódùmarè).iba Should. ìbàjé Spoiled. ibi After birth. also refers to a condition in which a person is not in alignment with their destiny. used to express respect for Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). devotion. ibegè Pray. meaning: "Second to the Creator. ibè There ìbeji Twins. ìbó Small implement used to determine the orientation of a verse (Odù) of Ifá scripture used in divination. ibití Where. also refers to the Spirit of Twins. ìbéta Triplet. ibode The gate at the entrance to a town. ibuyin Respect. idi Waist. ide Beads worn by elders on the left wrist to indicate that they have been through some form of initiation. used in ritual to cover the face of a medium. idà Sword. sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). ìbúlè . sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). ìdénà Obstacle.òkú Cemetery. ìdésè Action in violation of taboo.àrun Sick bed. meaning a long distance from the house. ìdán Magic trick. ìborí Ifá ritual performed to elevate a person's consciousness. considered a form of bad luck in Ifá divination. ìdánwò Examination. ìdílé Family lineage. ide Brass. ibùsùn . ìdáwò Consulting divination.ìbojú Veil that covers the face. ibu Breadth. ìbúlè . . idási Comments. idabo Iyerosun marked with the symbols of Ifá scripture (Odù) on an Ifá divination tray for the purpose of making a blessing. ìborìsà The worship of Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). ibòòji Shade. ìdàlè Distance.ikú Death bed. "Diviner of the Sea.buburu Hatred." ìfeseji Forgiveness. Ifà . ìfé . ìforibalè Giving respect. Ifá Wisdom of Nature. Ifá Olokún Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà) meaning. ìdùn Sweet flavor.will. ìférani Self respect. ìfarun A piece of iron looped over the fingers to protect the fingers when drawing a bow. meaning: "Vision of love.inúrere Good intentions.ìdode Hunting.àtinúwa Free . ìfóróyàn Anointing. . Ìfaraeniséye Self esteem.inú Telepathy. part of the initiation process." ìféhinti Patron." ìfé ." ìfé Love. Ifáiyable Mystic vision. Ifá awo kokó Bowl used to hold the palm nuts (ikin) used for Ifá divination. Ifáyelele Alignment with personal destiny. ìfé . ìfòiyà Alarm. meaning: "Love is a choice of character. meaning: "Love destroyed by negativity. also refers to the traditional religion of Yorúbà culture. ìdúró Standing. ìfokànsin Devotion. ìfowórikú Natural death at old age, considered a blessing by Ifá. ìfun intestines, on occasion used as an offering to Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). iga Court yard of an elder. igan Piece of cloth. igbà Time. igbá Calabash, take, eggplant depending on context. Eggplant is sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). ìgbà History. igbademu Calabash used for making food offerings (adimu) to Forces of Nature (Òrìsà) and to the ancestors (Egún). igbado Corn, sacred to the Divine Messenger (Èsú) and to the Spirit of the Guardian of the head (Osun). ìgbàgbó Belief, faith. ìgbàlà Deliverance, salvation. ìgbàlè Cemetery, sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). Ìgbamole Calabash of light, reference to the primal polarity of Creation at the beginning of time. igbe Punishment. ígbe Shout. igbèsè Debt. ìgbé Forest. igésiaiyé Way of life. ìgbín Snail, sacred to the Spirit of the King of the White Cloth (Obàtálá). igbo Coward. igbó Forest. Igbódù Place of spiritual initiation, meaning either; "Sacred Grove," or "Womb of the Forest." Igbófá Sacred Grove used for worshiping the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). Igbódù Òrìsà Sacred place used to initiate a person into the mysteries of a particular Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). Igbóiya Courage, determination, meaning: "Sacred Grove of the Mothers." igbówólélórí Healing, elevation of consciousness by transfering spiritual power (ase) through the hands. ìgboro Street, road. ìgbóòse In the future. ìgèdè Ifá incantation, also Ifá medicine for providing protection against the Spirit of Death (Iku). igi Tree, stick, piece of wood. igiripa Full grown. igi - isáná Match. igi - osún Camwood tree, source of Ifá medicine (irosún). igi - òpe Palm tree. igò Bottle. ìgòkè Spiritual growth or development, the consequence of being in alignment with personal destiny. igun Vulture, sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). Igúnwà Sitting as King (Oba), meaning sitting on the throne wearing a crown (Ade) in an official capacity. igunnuko Tall cylindrical mask for the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). iherehere Bit by bit. (First word in Ifá scripture ie: "Bit by bit we eat the head of the rat." ihò Hole. ihoho Naked, undressed. ija Fight. ìjábà Trouble, difficulty. ìjagun Warfare, combat. ìjakádi Martial art, a form of wrestling. Ìjálá Songs used by hunters to praise the memory of their Ancestors (Egún), who were also hunters. ìjànbòn Trouble. ijanwon Scraps. ìjàpá Turtle, an aspect of the Divine Messenger (Èsú) who communicates directly with the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). ijatijati Dead fruit of a palm tree. ijetà Day before yesterday. iji Fear, also a reference to thunder storms, the voice of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). ìjó Dance. ìjo - ara - eni - lójú The concept of self, the conscious self ìjòkùn Stem used as rope. ìjòyè Chief. ìjoú Jealousy. ìjosí The other day. ikoríta Junction in the road. sacred to the Divine Messenger (Èsú). Ìkòlè Òrun The invisible realm of Spirit. ilòlédàyé Divination performed at a child's naming ceremony. ikoko Corner. Ikoriko Hyena. ikoko Pot. sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). ìkosè w'áyé Divination performed at a child's naming ceremony. iké Deformity in the spine. ikán Eggplant. destructive intentions. ike Ivory. ìkan One. Ikú Death. ìkà Cruelty. ìkárùn Beads that are worn as a necklace. the Spirit of Death depending on context. ikan Termite. sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). those who suffer this condition are protected by the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). ikeyika Circumcision. ìkín Sacred palm nuts used in Ifá divination. ikà Cruel person. ikò Messenger. Ikú dúdú Plague. finger depending on context.ika A knife with a straight blade. Ìkòlè áyé The visible realm of earth. sacred to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). . Ìká Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). ilédú Top soil. ilèmó Dawn. also refers to a Spiritual City in the Realm of the Ancestors (Ìkòlè Òrun). ilá Ochra. usually refers to the surface of the earth. ilé aiyé The earth. Spirits of the East depending on context." . ìlekè Bead. ile ati ona House and road. ilé . sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). ilé House. ilà Óòrùn East. ikùn Stomach. Ilé Ifè The Spiritual capitol of traditional Yorúbà culture. ìlaiyà Ifá medicine for courage. ilédi Meeting place for the male council of elders (Ogboni). a reference to all the property that a person owns. ilaji Middle.ekó Court house. ilana Holy principle. ilà Facial marks.aró Blacksmith shop. ilè Ground. Ilè Ògéré Praise name for the Spirit of the Earth (Onilé) meaning: "House of Perfection. Ilèégbónó Small pox. ilé .ikun Squirrel. ìlú City.ilé omo House of the child. ìmáwò . iló To do.irawo Star light. current state of reincarnation. Ìmólè Forces of Nature (Òrìsà) in their earliest manifestation as expressions of light. ìmale Ancestor reverence (Egúngún). ilogbon House of Wisdom. imó'lòrun Theology. . mystical home of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). ilèpa Sub soil. ìmólè . disciplined action. ilèsú Night.ope Palm leaves. ìmólè . imò . ìlù Drum. ìmoran Opinion. meaning the womb. ìmótoto Cleanliness.osupa Moonlight. imobuburú Bad information.ara Incarnation. advice. meaning: "House of Light. ilóyun Conception of a child. imó Knowledge.óòrùn Sunlight. part of Ifá discipline. ìpètì Rope." ìmólè . ìmójúkuku Courage and determination. the back of the neck. ipo Position. ìpete Yams cooked in palm oil. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún).ju Eyelashes. ìní To possess. the physical manifestation of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). ìpitan Oral tradition. ìpónjú Distress. ipin ijeun Spirit that lives in the stomach. imunamuna Fierce. or mind and emotions. conclusion. ìpín Destiny. eye brow depending on context. ipara Ointment made from herbs. ìpelé Short facial scars indicating family lineage. ipenpe . completion. ìpàdé Meeting. iná Fire. ìpátá Trouble maker. inu Belly. ìpàkó Base of the skull. ìparí End. intense. inside depending on context. also refers to the spiritual power center that links the head and the heart. eyelid. ìmótótó Cleanliness. ipin Guardian.imonamona Lightning. . also refers to a spiritual substance that is projected from the eyes during alternate states of consciousness. imorí Ifá divination performed to determine which Force in Nature (Òrìsà) guides an individual's consciousness. both physical and mystical.àguala Venus. . the Spirit of Sirius refered to as the canoe star in Ifá scripture. Ipò . praise name for Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). ìran .okú Ancestral home of the a person's spiritual shadow (ojiji). descendants. ìran Vision. Ìràwòalé The star Sirius.Olórun Messengers of the Source of Being (Olódùmarè). a place of despair. refered to as the canoe star in Ifá scripture. in Ifá Ancestor reverence the big toe is the place where personal consciousness (Orí) forms a link with Ancestral consciousness (Orí Egún). ìrawolè Ifá medicine for children.àtelé Generations. ire Ifá herb (funtumia elastica ). place where the spirit of the deceased lingers if it does not receive proper elevation. Iponri The Force in Nature (Òrìsà) that guides the consciousness of a particular individual. the Spirit of Sirius. described in Ifá scripture as a person's spiritual double that lives in the Realm of the Ancestors (Ìkòlè Òrun). iran Abyss. ìpòrí The Spirit of the Big Toe. Ìràwò Oke The star Sirius. the Spirit of Venus. Ìranse . sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). Ìrawo . also refers to a religious drama depending on context. ire Good fortune. future generations depending on context. irankoro Crawling. ìrá Wild animal. ìràwò Stars.Ìpònrí Higher self. the Spirit of Cooperation. sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). ireti Expectation. ìró Sound. ìró Lie. wrapper worn by women depending on context. iro . Ìrèté Sacred verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). . irun Hair. ìròhìn News. iro Height.irépò Cooperation. irukere Cow tail switch. iri Dew. Irúnlè The Spirits of all the Ancestors (Egún). also refers to the journey through life depending on context. error. ìrònú Thoughtful. irin Iron. ìròsun Red camwood powder used as Ifá medicine and as a source of attraction for the invocation of specific Forces in Nature (Òrìsà).fá Tapper used by Ifá diviners to tap the side of the divining tray as part of the invocation process. ìrèmòjé Hunter's funeral chants. to go on a journey. sacred to the Spirit of Plants (Osányìn). friendship. ìrésì Rice. ìrókò Tree used as an Ancestor shrine (Egún and Iyáàmi). physical manifestation of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). irin àjó To travel by walking. iru Tail. irere Ifá medicine in a calabash. sacred to the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). ìsàlè Reproductive organs.àtowodowo Traditional legend. custom. isisiyi The right row in a field.Irúnmòle Forces in Nature (Òrìsà) that created the Earth. isele Disaster. ìsomolóruko Giving a name to a child at a naming ceremony. ìtan History. stories about Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). ìtajà Selling at the market. ìsálú . ìsimi Rest. ìsu Yam.ayé The Universe. ite Bush. ise Work. ìsálú . isogan Adult males. ìté Throne. all the world. ìtan . . ìsípayá Revelation. ìsedálè Tradition. itan Finish. ìségún Ancestor reverence.Òrun The entire Invisible Realm of the Ancestors. mythology. legend. intuitive inspiration. isinkú Funeral. ìtefá Ifá initiate. isansan Root. orí Power center in the forehead. ìwàgbáyé World view. ìwà Character. iwájú Forehead. iwòfà Servant.Olórun Character of high ethical standards. Iwin Ghost. ito Urine. iwowo Bead. ìtúmò Meaning. ìwèjú Mystic vision. ìtójú Caring for. ìwòn About. ìwà rere Good character.itóbi Greatness. spiritual role model. iwóòrò Gold. belief system.pèlé Good or gentle character. seat of mystic vision.édá Nature. ìwà . ìwà . Spirits of the West depending on context. iwosan Healing.àgba Character of an elder. ìwà . ìwò Oòrun West. iwájú . ìwo You. Ìwòrì Sacred verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). ìwà . according to Ifá the defining quality of spiritual growth and destiny. distinction. . àgan Senior female elder within the society of Ancestral mediums (Egúngun). Ìyá . Ìyá Mother. sign of respect. Ìyálójà Mother of the Market. iyan Yams prepared in silence as a offering to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). meaning: "My Mothers. Ìyáàgbà Grandmother.egbé Elder woman in any women's society. usually an initiate into the Mysteries of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). iwùjè Forehead. suffering. ìyà Punishment." ìyanu Wonder. the realm of the Spirit of the River (Osun). iyànénu Surprise. Iyansan Praise name for the Mother of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya) meaning: "Mother of the Child of Nine. Ìyáàgbe Praise name for original Yoruba Ancestor (Oduduwa). also refers to those who are recently initiated into the Mysteries of Forces of Nature (Òrìsà). Ìyálorìsà Female initiate into the mysteries of the Forces of Nature (Òrìsà)." Ìyálè Elder wife in a polygamous family." Ìyá . Ìyáàmi Society of Women. a reference to the senior priestess of the Market women. Ìyáláwo Female Ifá diviner meaning: "Mother of the Mysteries. . iyawo Junior wife.iwu Grey hair. ìwu Erotic love. Ìyako Mother of an adult male. elder mother. . ìyèrè Chanting verses (Odù) of Ifá oral scripture. iyekan Ancestors of the Father. ìyí This. iyùn Beads worn by chiefs. iyi Glory. ìyonu Trouble.Iyawo ale Evening star. worry. iye Number. Rejoice. iyo. iyin Praise. Spirit of the Evening Star. value. jagba Wrestling competition. je ewo Bad luck that comes as the result of violation of taboo. also the title of a military leader. to find out. to emerge. . já To get. jáde To go out. jagunjagun Warrior. je ohun Bad luck that comes as the result of violation of taboo. Jàkúta To fight with stones. jáfáfá To be active. also the Spirit of the Stone Thrower. Jebáàlè To rule as chief. jèfá To experience good fortune. jádi To attack. jádeogun To prepare for combat. jà To fight. to struggle. jege Softly.J ja Reach. jàmbá Accident. jagun To make war. je To eat. jéjé To swear an oath. jádekúrò To come out of a place. jé To allow. jóná To be on fire. jo To be similar. jowo Grant favor. ju Surpass. to light a fire. a request that respect be accepted by the Spirits. jikelewi To pounce. jigi Mirror. to burn depending on context. jugbáàna Assistant. forgive me. K . glass. to excel. jéwó To confess. jé To wake. jìnnà To be far.jékí To allow. jìbàtàjibata Soaking. jeun To eat. jó To dance. jemó To be connected with. jojú jóò Excuse me. joko Sit down. júbà Praises. jìgbò Mask that represents a Spirit of the Water. jije To eat. kánnáà The same. kàdárà Destiny. Kanki Short pants.mò . kangere Feeble. to reach the earth. kárò Good morning. Kanlè Touch the earth. kánjú To be in a hurry. kalè To sit down.ka . kán One. kànàkànà Catapult. kan To touch. kári To go around. kábà Dress.là Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). kárùn To become sick.ó . meaning: "Whom to know is to be saved. to be placed on depending on context." kaná To be on fire. k'ágò Asking permission to enter a house. kaka Instead. Ká .kà To read. . ká To reap. Kábiyèsí Greeting of respect to a king (Oba). Kábíyèsìlè Term of respect praising a chief or elder. to count. kánkan Any. to pluck. koro To go. Kéhìndé The second twin to be born. a greeting for a political leader. kedere Clear. kijikiji Shaking.kàs ínkan What is the matter? kata . kìléhin One who stands behind to give support. ké To cut. kàwe To read.kata Scattered. sacred to the Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). kíákíá Quickly. the oldest child among twins is believed to come last so that the younger child can test the new environment. to greet depending on context. ki To greet. also means leader. moral support. a sign of respect. kekere Good fortune. kíkún Mortal. . káwó Hail. keleku Calico cloth. All second born twins in traditional Yoruba culture have this name whether they are male or female. to press tightly. unfocused. to push depending on context. kini First. kékeré Small. kéré To be small. sacred to the Spirit of the King of the White Cloth (Obàtálá). kéréwú Cotton seeds. kí Before. kó To hang up. kókóró Key. to meet depending on context. kóòro Entirely. Kórira To hate. kiniun Lion. kò Not. completely. Usually worshipped by small children. kókó Lump. koriko Grass. ko To write. Kiribiti All around. light from lightning. koja To pass. Korí Spirit who creates the calabash of the inner self. . kó To gather. kò To reject. korò To be bitter. sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). kolá Lineage scares on the face. koto Hollow or hole depending on context.kínìdí What causes. kòkòrò Germ that causes disease. back and shoulders. to sing. kòkó Coca. sacred to the Divine Messenger (Èsú). kobokobo A whip that is used to symbolize the power of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Kurumu Round or spherical shape. kó . to set on fire depending on context.nìlá . kolobo Sore throat. sacred to most Forces in Nature (Òrìsà) and used in Ifá for a simplified form of divination. L là To appear. ku To die. kósórí To memorize. kún To be full. kukunduku Yam. kutute Stump of a tree. kun To divide into parts.kòla Bitter kola nut. one each. kúrú To be short. kóni To teach. kurúkurú Fog.abè Circumcision. to give instruction. korin To sing. kòòkan Each. . kúkúrú Short. kònkò Bullfrog. kunrin To sing. kunle Kneel to the ground as a gesture of respect to either a sacred shrine or an elder. not consecrated.láí All that would be. láilésè Innocent. láí . láinípèkun Without beginning or end. lálá To dream. láikú Immortal. also refers to a mystical state in which the person experiences a connection with the Source of Being (Olódùmarè). láàrin In the middle. Lákáyé Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). the term Immortals is a reference to Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). lágbára To be strong. láàràngunkàn Cloth used for making clothing for Kings (Oba). labalábá Butterfly.lá To dream. láàyè To be alive. làkúègbé Rheumatism. láimó Unholy. not guilty. . immortal. lagogo To ring a bell. in violation of taboo. meaning forever into the future. làí . lábelè Secretly. lágidigba Black beads made from palm nut shells worn around the waist by women for fertility.làí The beginning of time. lálé Touch the Earth. a sign of respect to elders làlóju To enlighten. láiópin Infinite. láná Yesterday. reference to a very long time ago. lél è To be on the ground. lóni Today. látijó In the olden days. worthless depending on context. in the recent past. lódè oni In the present time. létòl´tò The segments of a ritual. léraléra Repeatedly. behind. lójoojúmó Daily. to be able. . láyò To rejoice. lò To use lódè Outside. no charge. lé To be on. lati From. to experience pleasure. léwà To be beautiful. lode Resides. lésèkésè Immediately. le To be hard lè Can. léhin After. lókè Soft. an Imam. might. lókun Strong. lásán Free. lèmómù Priest of Islam. " lówolówo Recently. having abundance lo To go. "Master of tomorrow. lókan Brave." Ló . máà I will.pèlu . ló Indirect." Ló . meaning: "Master of the day after tomorrow. lówò To be rich. .l'òní Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). lùníkúùkù Fighting with fists. Mágbéèmitì Spirit who shapes consciousness. meaning. meaning: "Master of the Day.è Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). lukoun Penis. lù To strike. májèlé Poison.l'òla Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). Ló . more than depending on context. Magà Chief Priest of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). málù Charm used to prevent being physically attacked. lodon The southern leg of the cross marked on the Ifá divination tray. M ma Indeed.l òtunla .lórí On. mélò How many? mérin Four. used as clothing for rituals involving the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). mo I. physical manifestation of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). Mason Mediums of the Spirit of Ancestors (Egúngun) who dress in masquerade to honor the Ancestors (Egún). mo To build. mbo Coming. mojú To know. meta Three. also used to refer to a system of divination used by Òrìsà initiates that is based on the first sixteen verses of Ifá divination (Odù).mana Lightning.màlúù Ox. Mana . míràn Another. méwà Ten. holy. expression meaning: "I will return. to breathe. màrìwò Palm fronds. mérìndínlógún Sixteen. moji Performance of Ancestor masquerade (Egúngún)." méjì Two. . to be alive. másé Do not. mi To swallow. mbè To exist. móoru Hot weather. mímo Sacred. sacred to most Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). nígbànáà Then nígbàtí When. mòràn To know. nfe To want. nfe Loving. against. molé To build. níbè There. someone. nje Well. nba Joining. N náà The same. níbí Here. mupa Remote. motélè To be able to predict the future. ni To say. . molara To feel. ná First of all. reference to making an unbreakable oath. mule To drink dirt. njo To dance. dancing. that depending on context. mu To drink. to be. nígbàgbogbo Always.mó Again. any more. nrin Walking. to be lost. nítòrítí Because. nkó What about? nkoja Passing. wise. nú To wipe. nítòrpé Because. nse Making. nsó Go on. nlá Big. through. nítòótó In truth. nmu Drinking. nílátì To have to. nípa About. nírèlè Humble. nje Then.nihin Here. . therefore. skilled. nikan Alone. nko Not. nro Thinking. nímò Intelligent. a reflection of good character in Ifá. níle At home. niwòn In moderation. nlo Going. must do. o dàbo Goodbye. O o He. outside of the house. òde . home of the ancestors (Egún) and the Immortals (Òrìsà). obì Kola nut used in simplified systems of Ifá divination.nwon They or them. obirikiti Circle. nyín You. òde ìsìsiyí The present time. Òdí Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). nyaju Placing a hex through the use of the eyes. obuko Male goat." óbo Vagina. .ayé The entire world. meaning: "The Immense Orbit. Obírítí Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). òde .Òrun The entire invisible realm. obí Female gender. òde Outside. òde òní Today. ogìnrin Woman. sacred as food for a feast in honor of Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). she and it. outside of town. the Source of Creation. nyo Rejoicing. sacred to most Forces in Nature (Òrìsà) as a symbol of transformation and initiation. ódó . odukun Sweet potato. a reference to the blood in the birth canal. ofofo Tales.odi It becomes. odò River.ejé Blood river. physical manifestation of the Spirit of the River (Osun). òdodo Justice. ofere The morning star. black is a symbolic reference to that which is invisible. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). ódó . the opposite of light. sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). in Ile Ifè this Spirit is the original male Ancestor of Yoruba culture. a reference to the fluids in the birth canal. òf ò Loss. Odumare Regional variation of Olódùmarè who is the Source of Creation. Odùdúà Same as Odùdúwà. òdìndì Complete. folklore. ofun loss.aró Blue river. . also refers to the verses of Ifá scripture and the pot used to initiate Ifá priests. Odùdúwà Spirit of Black Character. Spirit of the Morning Star. stories. òfin Law. town wall depending on context. Odù The Spirit of the Womb of Creation. In some regions of Nigeria this spirit is the primal Goddess. Òfun Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). odídeé Parrot. òdìdì Complete. ogbe The comb of a rooster. . ògèdè Incantation used to transform problems.Òfún 'kànrán Verse in divination based on the use of 16 cowries (mérìndínlógún)." Ogbè Méjì The first verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). ògiri Wall. ogbo ato Grow old. used as a blessing from an elder to a junior. ogiri Boiled oil seeds.ogo Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olórun) meaning: "The Brave One. inheritance. also refers to medicine used as protection against the Spirit of Death (Ikú). ògòdò Diseases caused by neglect of personal care or violation of taboo. ogún Twenty. ogborogan Broad. Ògúnda Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). Òge Spirit Guardian of Barren Women. ogbó Old age. exactness. Ogboni Society of male elders who worship the Spirit of the Earth (Onilé). ogun War. Ògún ègbé Medicine used to induce astral travel (out of body experience). long life. ògégé Precision. fight. Ògún The Spirit of Iron. Oga . Ògúngbe Bodyguard of a King (Oba). ojú . oji Storm. usually second eldest priest in a society of elders. ojúlà Dream vision. the ability to see visions. ojú . Ojú opón The north arm of the cross marked on the Ifá divination tray. .àse Power in the eyes. òjìjí Shadow spirit created by the physical manifestation of a person's negative emotions. ojú ònà Road way. Òjòntarìgì Wife of the Spirit of Death (Ikú).óòri Grave. ojumo Dawn.ohun Thing.inú Inner eye. ojubona Teacher. spiritual power that can be seen coming out of the eyes when a person is in an altered state of consciousness. voice. ojú . ojúbo Shrine. also refers to Mystic Vision. or face depending context. also trance vision. òjòlá Boa constrictor. ojise Messengers. meaning: "Facing what it is we worship. ojúlùmò Acquaintance. ojù .aiye Face of the earth." Ojugbede Chief priest of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún) in Ilé Ifè. ojú Eye. Ojú Odù The first sixteen verses of Ifá scripture (Odù). surface of the earth. òjò Rain. ohùn Sound. . olè Thief. ologogololo Naked.ojú . okun The ocean. Okùn Beads worn by a chief.òrèrè Shrine for Ancestors who were Ifá initiates. okòtó Conical shaped shell. meaning: "The Eyes of the Invisible Realm. Olófin Spirit of the Law. husband." ológbò Cat. okorokoro Front. meaning: "Enforcer of the Law Giver.Òrun Sky." Olófín ." ojúràn Alternate state of consciousness meaning: "Eyes to ancestral lineage. okete Giant rat. penis. Olodo Praise name for the Spirit of the River (Osun) meaning: "Owner of the Brook.àpèká ." Olódùmarè Spirit of Creation. Olojongbodu The Spirit of the Wife of Death (Ikú)." òkè Mountain and Spirit of Mountain depending on context. meaning: "Owner of the Law. farmer. Okolo Spirit of the Sky.lúù Praise name for the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsú). farm tool depending on context. Ifá symbol of infinity. oko Farm. Ojú . it includes the Osun staff. oku Corpse. oké gígà Physical mountain. sacred to the spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù). " olórìyà . Olókun . meaning: "The Controller of Lightning. Olókun Spirit of the Ocean. Olú irin Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Olónìímoro Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)." Olúghohún Hex initiated by members of the council of male elders (Ogboni) against persons who violate community taboo. meaning: "Chief of Iron. . Olórí Chief. olúkúlùlú Each.su . Olúbambí Praise name for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). Olosa Spirit of the Lagoon. olóòró Vertical. meaning: "Owner of Cleanliness. Olorí Spirit that organizes personal consciousness. Olorí .elusu Female aspect of the Spirit of the Ocean. meaning: "Giver of Good Things. meaning: "The Creator helped me before I had this child.Mérìn Spirit who protects towns. Olúgbé ." Olóore Spirit who shapes the head of infants before birth.rere Praise name for the Spirit of the Mother of Fishes (Yemoja)." oluku Friend.ìgún Vultures comb." Olúkòso Àìrá Praise name for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun)." Oluéri The Spirit of the Rivers.olóko Farmer. guardian Spirit. meaning: "Spirit with Four Heads. " . meaning: "King who must not see rain.Olumaki Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). meaning: "The Chief Averter." olùrànlówó Helper. meaning: "Chief of Strength.Ìgèté Praise name of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà).tán Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)." Olumu The Spirit of Understanding. meaning: "Who can most understand the Source of Being. meaning: "The controller of those who wear the Ancestral masquerade. meaning: "Black Man from Ogeti Hill. Olúwèkù Praise name for the Spirit of the Wind (Oya)." Oluoyo Praise name for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). meaning: "Chief of Oyo. olùsìn Worshipper." Olúòrójò Praise name for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó).mi .àmò . Oluwo Igbo Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). Oluwo Chief Ifá diviner of the male council of elders (Ogboni).imò . Olusonso Praise name for the deified Ancestor who founded the city of Ile Ife (Oramife).dúdú . Olùnrin ." Olúwà ." Olúweri Spirit of the River (Male aspect of Yemoja). meaning: "Chief of Character. Olúwa Praise name for the Source of Being (Olórun)." Olúmmaàmi Òkítíìrí Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). meaning: "Chief of the Medicine of Truth. meaning: "Chief Diviner of the Forest." Oluorogbo Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá)." oluware The person in question.òkè . Olúrin The chief of the male council of elders (Ogboni). " . omi'gbo The waters of the forest. home of the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). oníbàárà Customer. meaning: "Owner of the Earth. onílé Keeper of the house. profession is sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Onílé Spirit of the Earth.Olúworíogbó The Spirit who makes Heads. Oni're Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún)." Oluyare The name used for Ancestor masquerades in Edi. oníbode Gatekeeper. ònà Road. meaning: "Owner of the Spirit of the Traditional Drum that is saluted first." Onígbàjámò Barber. wise woman. path. meaning: "Chief of the Town of Ire." Onílégangan ." oníjó Dancer. Oluyeye Old woman. omi Òrun The waters of the Invisible Realm of the Ancestors. omi .tútù Cool water. meaning: "One who performs miracles. omi ayé The waters of earth. omira Menstrual blood. omi Water. òmùgó Fool. Onídán Type of Ancestor masquerade (Egúngun). meaning: "Creator of the heads in the forest.ajíkí Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). òórun Smell. oorun Sleep. Òòsà Force in Nature (Same as Òrìsà). onísègùn Herbal doctor." omisòwò Trader. meaning: "The Spirit who lives in the Distant Forest." Òòsàoko Spirit of the Farm. òpin ìsìn The end of a ritual. The Spirit of the Sun. onje Wait. óògun Medicine. meaning: "Owner of the power of medicine. the response is bani. Ooh shoko Traditional introduction to Ifá songs. meaning: "Puzzle of the Palm Tree. Oòrùn The sun. good deed." Òòsà Ìgbowújìn Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). ." opepe Young. òpó Post. meaning: "Spirit of Mystic Vision. Opèlé Wife of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)). chain used for Ifá divination. oore Good turn.onísé Worker. meaning: "Owner of Pure Character. Onshe System of divination sacred to the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá) used in criminal cases to determine guilt or innocence. oníwà fúnfún Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olódùmarè)." oníyebíye Valuable. Òòsáálá Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). opó Window. orí . orí inú Inner self. òpópó Street. orere Street. bad luck.àpéré Personal destiny. Òrìsà Spiritual Force in Nature that guides evolution through the expression of its own unique form of consciousness. identified in Ifá scripture as the younger brother of the Spirit of the Farm (Òrìsà Oko). orí ibi Lack of alignment with personal destiny. oríkì Praise poem. orí . orígun mérèèin ayé The four directions of Creation. ori Cornstarch porridge.àpeere Patterns of conscience. orí The Spirit of Consciousness. orílè Name of a Nation. misfortune. Òrìsà agbala Spiritual guardian of the back yard. good fortune. Òrìsà Alase Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). invocation of spirit. good luck. meaning: "Praising Consciousness.fífó Headache. meaning short tempered.gbóná Hot headed. orí ire Alignment with personal destiny. orí . meaning: "Spirit with the Power of Dreams. òpùró Liar. orin Song. also means head in common usage. orí ." orile Lineage name." . oroko iyin Praise name. orúko Smallpox. meaning: "Spirit who Creates Light.Oríle Spirit of the Nation." Òrìsà orí Spirit of personal consciousness." Òrìsà . Òrìsà . òsì Left.Òrisà .bi Wife of Orungan. Òrò Spirit of the Forest. oru Pot. orí tútù Cool headed. Oríta The boundary between the visible realm of Creation and the invisible realm of Creation. meaning: "The Spirit who Owns Humans. Òrísálá Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). orógbó Bitter kola. òrukàn Orphan. invoked as part of Ifá funeral rites. Oro The personification of the power of the word. Oshu Spirit of the Moon. .og'enia Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). oruko Name. Ifá herb eaten to insure that a person speaks the truth. Òrìsà Ìdílé Spirit of an extended family Òrìsà ìlú Spirit of a town. Osi Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). " Òsìn Imole Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Daughter of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). osusu Bunch. Osun The Spirit who protects individual consciousness. Osùn pupa Red camwood powder." Osu Moon. Òsùmàrè The Spirit of the Rainbow. òtitó Truth. her. sacred to the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Osùn dudu Black camwood powder. Òtura Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture used for divination. osùn Camwood powder. it when spoken with emphasis. ówó eyo Cowrie shells used as money. òtità Wooden stool. . meaning: "Chief of Spirits. Otu The priest who makes offerings on behalf of the King (Oba).Osibiriki Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). same as Ogboni. him. meaning: "The One who bursts out suddenly. otosi Destitute. òun He. sacred to the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). òwò Trade. in poverty. owó Money. Otúrúpon Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture used for divination. she. Spirit of the Moon. Osugbo The word for male council of elders in some regions of Nigeria. òwe Proverb. the Source of Creation. O o You.owu Hammer. meaning: "Almighty Chief." Obakòso Praise name for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). òye Knowledge of the heart." Oba Ìgbàláyé Spirit of the Four Seasons. the male aspect of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). emotions." . meaning: "King of the hot earth.") Obalúaiye Praise name for the Spirit of Infectious Disease (Babaluaiyé). lives in Igeti hill with the Divine Messenger. meaning: "King of Kòso. Òyígíyigì The primal stone of Creation. owuro Morning. meaning: "King of the Forest. meaning: "Mother of Nine.i gbó Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá)." (This name is frequently mistranslated to mean: "The King is not Dead. meaning: "King of the Calabash of the Earth. O'yansa Mother of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya)." Oye The Spirit of the Harmattan Wind. Oba Àlórí Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olódùmarè). Oba King. oyikiti Surrounded." Oba . oyun Pregnancy.one regional monarches in traditional Yoruba society. oyin honey. one of approximately twenty . sacred to the Spirit of the River (Osun). meaning: "King of Purity. meaning: "The Big Big Spirit of the King of the White Cloth. meaning: "King of Vision. obè Soup.Obalofun Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). Oba Omí Praise name for the male aspect of the Spirit of the Ocean (Olókun)." Oba obìnrin Queen Mother. meaning: "King of Pure Speech." Obba Goddess of the Iba River." obara Rope. meaning: "Highest King.olójumeji Knife with a double edged blade." Oba .ti . meaning: "King of the Water. Oba Oke Spirit of the Mountain. obe gbaguda Knife sacred to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà).álá Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá)." Obalùfòn Spirit who protects Artists." Oba Òrun Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olódùmarè). meaning: "King of the Invisible Realm of the Immortals. Obàtálá gbingbin iki Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). medicine for soup depending on context. . Obanla Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). obo Monkey. Obayíya Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olódùmarè). Òbàrà Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). òbe Knife. obe ." Obàtálá Spirit of the King of White Cloth. ògà Chameleon. òdúndún Medicinal herb. ofe A charm used to induce astral travel. odan Grass. òdà Paint made from natural materials. obuntun Bride. ode mata Spotted medicine. grass land.àse Power of the word. shade tree depending on context. ode Hunter. no charge. odun Year. word of power. òbun Market. ofà Arrow. òfé Free.oboto Lump. òdómobinrin Young woman. odó Young person. . sacred to the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). invocation. ofò Incantation. or time of any seasonal celebration. òfò Loss by death. reference to the ability to make effective prayers and a reference to the words that are used as keys to invocation. ofin Palace of the King (Oba). òdómokùnrin Young man. òfé Free. or an out of body experience. ofò . ofafa Tree bear. òje To eat everything. sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). ojó . òjòjò Everyday. sacred to the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). long ago. sacred to the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). in the distant past. ojó Orún Four day week. essential herb in Ifá initiation. ohun Taboo. ojójojo Ancient times. obgà Garden. traditional Ifá week and prayer cycle (Five days in some regions). sacred to all the Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). used as spiritual protection in Ifá shrines. Ògbédan Member of male council of elders (Ogbóni) who carries the staff of Ogbón (Edan). ogede Banana. Ogbo Flax. ogomo Palm fronds. also means day depending on the context. . ogbón Wisdom Ogbóni Council of male elders who worship the Spirit of the Earth (Onilé). Òganmo Young palm leaves. ojó The Sun.Ogan Ant hill. ògbún Calabash.ikú The day of death. ogoro Bamboo. oka Snake. ogòdò Swamp. ojà Market. the Spirit of the Sun. place in the distance. okòn Heart. òkékélujè Mighty and awesome. wealth and tomorrow. . person protected by the Spirit of the King of the White Cloth (Obàtálá). life and death struggle. oko Husband. Òkànràn Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). okó Hoe. used as Ifá medicine to induce pregnancy. great wealth. òkan One. olánla Great honor. ole Red steamed beans. òkánkán Exact spot. òla Tomorrow.ikú Struggle with the Spirit of Death (Ikú).oka . olè Embryo. okanjuwa Greedy. praise name for any of the Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). olà Honor. okò Boat. ológbón Sage. garden tool. depending on context. òle Lazy person. okìnrin Invalid. òkó Spear. oke Bag. okàn Physical heart. Òkàràmàhó Praise name for the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsú). same meaning as Òrìsà. omodé Young child. omo Odù The two hundred and forty verses that follow the first sixteen verses of Ifá scripture. . meaning: "Owner of the Day." omoléhìn Follower. meaning: "Owner of the Road." Olokanran Spirits of Prophecy. Olósà The Spirit of the Lagoon. omo Child. omo ìtándógún Those who worship the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Olona Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún).olójo One who has mastered a skill. Olójó Òní Praise name for the Source of Creation (Olódùmarè)." Olórun Ultimate Source of Being. omo ile Children of the house. olòwò Wise elder. meaning: "Child who fires a gun twenty times in the air. omo awo First stage of Ifá initiation. olomo Mountain. omo .òdò Servant. omolúàbí Sophisticated person. omo de Child of. olómo Parent. Olose Force in Nature. " Ònà tóbi Ayé The center point of the Ifá cross that is marked on the Ifá divination tray. òpá Staff. Òpá Osun Staff of the Spirit that Protects Consciousness (Osun). omu Breast. Òpe'fá Tree sacred to Ifá (Elasis Idolatrica )." (The Palm Tree is the Ifá symbol for the cycles of birth. meaning: "The straight path." Ònà Okanran The east leg of the Ifá cross that is marked on the Ifá divination tray. life. death and rebirth." ònì Crocodile. Ònà Munu The west leg of the Ifá cross that is marked on the Ifá divination tray. sacred tree of life in Ifá scripture. meaning the four directions of the compass plus up and down. onà Decoration. opé Gratitude. or the center axis. meaning: "The path that brings all things to earth. meaning: "Palm Tree. Ònà Aimo The north leg of the Ifá cross that is marked on the Ifá divination tray. Òpá Òrèrè Staff of the Spirit that Protects Consciousness (Osun)." Ònòméfà The six sacred directions.Omolú Praise name for the Spirit of Infectious Disease (Babaluaiyé). Òpè Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)). thanks. Òòni The King of the entire Yoruba Nation. meaning: "The path of wisdom. meaning: "Child of heat.) ope Palm tree." omo owu Small hammer. . ònà Road. meaning: "The direct path. Òrungan Child of The Spirit of the Mother of Fishes (Yemoja) and in some regions the Spirit of the Fire at the Center of the Earth (Aganju). Òrun . home of the Ancestors and the Immortals. òpón Bowl. sacred to the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). Oramife Spirit of the Father of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). Òranmiyàn The Spirit of War.opeyinbó Pineapple. much. ore Friend. òró ìjìnle Words of deep esoteric meaning. physical incarnation of the Spirit of Purity (Èlà). . oran Affair.Apadi Home of disruptive earth bound ancestor spirits. also refers to the Spirit of the Power of the Word. the prophet of Ifá. òpòlópò Many. Osa Lagoon. opolo Frog. Òsá Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). or neck. orò Wealth. Òrúnmìlà Spirit of Destiny. Òrun Òkè Spirit of the Mountains in the Invisible Realm of the Immortals. considered the Father of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó) in Ilé Ifè. Òràngun Spirit of the grandson of Odùduwa. òrò Word. Òrun The Invisible Realm. orun Sky. Òràányàn Spirit of the First King (Oba) of Oyo. Òsèèrèmògbò Praise name for the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá).òsán Daytime. Osè Sàngó Wooden double headed ax used as a dance wand for initiates into the mysteries of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). meaning: "The One who brings the right hand path of Character. oti Liquor. meaning: "One who gathers children." Òsóòsì The Spirit of the Tracker. otin Beer made from corn. used as an offering to the ancestors (Egún) and to Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). sensuality and abundance. carried by elders as a tool for offering blessings. meaning: "First Among the Immortals. Osan agblumo African star apple (chrysophyllum africanum ). Ososo nirun agbon Pointed beard. Òsígbìwa Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). ose Soap. Osara Forces in Nature. . Òsányìn Spirit of Herbs and Medicine. ota Enemy." Òsìn Imolè Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). male stone (falic shaped) depending on context. afternoon. òsón Hottest part of the day." Òsè Four day ritual week. fertility." or "The One who brings Good Character. same as Òrìsà. symbolic reference to a wise person or a wise ancestor. osán Fruit. Osun The Spirit of the River. Osan Horse tail fan. Oya Spirit of the Wind. Oyáhó Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). yourself. to betray. otun Right. depending on context. to suffer." Oyo City in Nigeria. meaning: "One who works with honey. to alter to change. to break. owon Thorn. pàdé To meet. páàpáà Myself. his self. otun owó Right hand. pàkátà Calabash.otita apoti Stool shaped like a box. Òyèkú Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). home of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). òwè Communal help. even. her self. Òyìnsèsè Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsú). especially depending on context. to cut depending on the context. Pàkelemò Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà)." pákí Cassava. owó Hand. padà To return. . Òwórín Méjì Verse of Ifá scripture (Odù). meaning: "The Calabash of Wisdom. Spirit of the River Niger. P pa To kill. páta . peregun Ifá herb used to mark boundaries. usually a riddle with some moral point involved. pe Call.páta Completely finished. over with. hit with a club. pèlé Lineage marks on the face. pèpè Elevated floor space used as a stool.pákórò Night ritual for the Spirit of elevating the dead (Órò) at funerals. pàló To ask a riddle. paranganda Bludgeon. . pàra Suddenly. pasan Whip. pé To be late. loud. paré To disappear. sacred to the Divine Messenger (Èsú). panumó To keep quiet. pe That. pèsè To prepare. pariwo Shout. pase To give an order. to be destroyed. to say that. pésè To be present. pamó To keep safe. usually from human form to animal form and back to human form. peleke To increase. palápatán Shape shifting. pari To complete. pòòkó Cup made from a coconut shell. pooku Small sum. pín To divide. ponripon Thick. with caution pépèpé Petty. pon To draw water. pitan To recite personal or family history. pérepére In shreds. polu Together.pèlé Soft. with sympathy. pipon Redness. pere Generous. pípé Late. to share. . to tell stories. pò Cheap. pidán Ritual magic usually performed by initiates of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). pete Flat. pinnu To decide. piwada To improve personal character. pipe Complete. pipè To call. pòjù To be ordinary. pòòlò Animal trap. poripon sigidi Dangerous spirit. rárá At all. rá To crawl. not at all. putu Well. to be attracted to. rárá Song. reti await. pupa Red. rári To shave the head. warrior spirit. ran To spin. ra To perish. re Yours. rè To tire. messy. much. ranti To remember. the first step of initiation. ré To go off. to set a trap depending on context. rán To sew. R rà To buy. rémò To draw towards. rédeède Unclean. . pupo Many. ràn To send for. rere Good. kind. rorò To be fierce. rojó To complain. réin To laugh. ròjo To rain. ró To put on women's clothing. ri See. responsible. rikisi Plot. to see. reference to a woman dressing. riri Tremble in fright.rèrè Good things. ronú To ponder. rójú To strain. ríbá Dutiful. to meditate. ru Offer. ríràn To have sight. rí Formerly. to be gently. rò To tell. . rúbo Offer a life force offering. rírà Buying. rora To be careful. rò To urge. rinrin To go for a walk. ro Gush. rin To walk. good fortune. to think depending on context. to run off. sá To dry in the sun. sánmò Sky. sáré To run.Alàgbàjà Praise name for the Divine Messenger (Èsú). to escape depending on context. sán To crack. sáàbà Usually. Sègíìrì . to make a loud noise. sari To rub medicine on the scalp. sè To cook. se To make. se ese Death of a pregnant woman. designated length of time. . to pay. meaning: "The Strange place of Uniqueness. san To reward." sálo To run away. sáà Season. sàn To be well. sanwó To pay money. S sà To apply medicine.run Perish. sanra To be overweight. segi Waist bed for protection and fertility. Sàaragaá Spirit that shapes consciousness (Orí). sinsin To rest. sódé Outside. . sun To sleep. to bury depending on context. meaning: "Be Closer to Me. sílé Towards home. so To throw. sibe Still. síhín To this place. sí To. to say. síbè In this place. sókè Up. sìn To escort. Suminiwa Ajokeopo Praise name for the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). so To tie. sin To serve. towards. sòrò To speak. simi To rest. Sééré Rattle for the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). sì And. Sùngbèmi Spirit that shapes consciousness (Orí). sinú Into." sunkún To cry.séhìn In the past. S sá stale. sèké To lie. . only depending on context. sánku Premature death. to be. sànbo To overflow Sàngó The Spirit of Lightning. se To do. sékèké Casting lots. selése To injure. segun To make war. sèlara To be jealous. to make depending on context. sansan Straight. sàbuku Disgraceful. sàjé The practice of magic associated with astral travel among women's secret societies (Iyaami). sà To pick up. to cause. to think. ségègé Casting lots. sàn To flow. sàro To meditate. casting some form of divination. also the fourth Aláàfin of Oyo. casting some form of divination. to invoke some form of protection. sèléri To promise. s 'èpè To work a hex. sebi Suppose. Sòponnà Small pox and the Spirit of Small Pox. tan To finish. according to Yoruba tradition the first born twin is the youngest. Táíwo First born of twins. ta . takú To refuse. sòwò To spy. tààrà Straight. só To watch. ta To shot. táláká Poor person. either male or female.o -réfòn Buffalo hunters. pepper flavor depending on context.a . tabi Or. Sigidi Sugudu The Spirit of Nightmares. sòtito To have faith. sorò To celebrate the annual feast for the Spirit of the Power of the Word (Orò). sigun To lead warriors into battle. . Sigidi Messenger for warrior spirits who protect a particular family lineage. T tà To sell. sòkoto Pants.sese Just. sísé To worry. tètèùpònlá Ifá herb used as medicine considered the parent of all herbs (Amaranthus candatus Spinach). téété Thin telé To follow. tìkálára Self. tì To push. ti Property. tani Who? tanná To light a lamp. temut emu Hassock.eni Total self. tete Ifá herb used as medicine considered the parent of all herbs (Amaranthus candatus Spinach). tara Pebble. tè To press.tán To trust. tí That. té To spread out. . te To establish. small stone. Téfá Ifá initiation. tápà Illness caused by eating to much sweet food. tìkara . télè Already. tijú To be shy. tenumó To emphasise. to losen. tinrin To sneer. necessity. tìnùtìnù Sincere. tu Paddle. tóbi ode Hunter. tóóró Straight. tún To repeat. túkà To scatter. alone depending on context. titun New or something new. tó Equal." Tìmì The Brother of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). túláàsi Force. túndé Reborn. tò To approach. the word is used at the end of Ifá incantations as a seal to indicate that a prayer is complete and the power of the prayer has been transfered out in the world. tin Thus. Ti npojó ikú dà Praise name for the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). to follow. tutu Cool W . toro To request. tímótímó Small.tile Even. titi Until. enough. meaning: "The Changer of the determined day of Death. wípé To say that. wo Relax. wà To be. wolé To enter. the four directions. wòròkò Elemental Spirits who work with the Spirit of Infectious disease (Babaluaiye) to help spread disease. . wàyí As things are. wo'gun mérin The four corners of the world. to enter depending on context. woléwòdè To go in and out. wéré Quickly. wádi To ask questions. to seek depending on context. wejeweje Good things. won Then. wuye Quietly. wodi To investigate. wiri Hazy.wa To exist. wo Shed. wé To twist. wó Which. wòran To watch. were Young. . yanran Good. yá To flood. yalayala Swift. Yemideregbe Praise name or the Spirit of the Ocean (Olókun). yakata To straddle. yesi Who.Y ya To split. Yemò Wife of the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). Yeye Aiye Praise name for the Spirit of the Earth (Onilé). yeye Mother. meaning: "Mother of the Earth." yebe Lavish. yà To turn aside. yàtò Different. yàn To choose. yára To be quick. Yemòwó Wife of the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). Yansan Mother of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). yara Room. yanmoti Sesame seed. Yewa Spirit of the Yewa River. yo To appear.yewere Worthless. yi This yibi Greatness. . yèyé Foolishness. yio Will. Égún The Spirit of an ancestor. àbikú The Spirits of young children who live a short life between reincarnations. Ayélalà The collective Spirit of Ancestral Mothers. ajobi Ancestors of a woman. èbora The Forces of Nature (Òrìsà). Àríwa The Spirits of the North. same as àbikú. the Spirit of the Tracker (Òsóòsì). àjínde The spirit of a deceased ancestor (Egún) who speaks at their own funeral through a medium. eléré The Spirit of a child who dies young and reincarnates with the same destiny. emere Elemental spirits. . Aronimoja Spirits of the forest.1 CATERGORIES OF SPIRITUAL FORCES àasà Female Spirits. ancestral Spirits. elénìní Elemental spirits that block human growth. ie the Divine Messenger (Èsú). agbasà The Spirits of a sacred stones. elemental spirits. These Spirits are generally associated with the Spirit of the Divine Messenger (Èsù) and are considered an aspect of the balancing dynamic that occurs in Nature. eburu Destructive elemental spirits. and the Spirit of Iron (Ògún). Èmí Òrìsà Spirit of a Force in Nature (Òrìsà). disease and poverty. the Spirit of the Guardian of Consciousness (Osun). Ajogún Destructive Spirits that bring death. that provide protection. matralineal ancestors. they are usually generated by interalized fear. eburú Elemental spirits that work with the Spirit of Infectious disease (Babaluaiye). Òrìsà Ìdílé Spirits of an extended family. Òrìsà ìlú Spirits who are the guardian of towns and cities in traditional Yoruba culture each town honored a particular Òrìsà. Òrìsà Spiritual Force in Nature that guides evolution through the expression of its own unique form of consciousness. praise name for Forces in Nature (Òrìsà). . Òòsà Force in Nature (Òrìsà). and a reference to those Spiritual Forces that bring Light into the World. a reference to earth bound human spirits. Irúnlè The Spirits of all the Ancestors (Egún). a reference to Spirits of wisdom. Ìmólè Forces of Nature (Òrìsà) in their earliest manifestation as expressions of light. a reference to nuturing Spirits. a reference to Spirits who bring spiritual transformation.Olórun Messengers of the Source of Being (Olódùmarè). ilà Óòrùn Spirits of the East. reference to the primal polarity of Creation at the beginning of time. Olorí Spirits that organizes personal consciousness.2 Guusu Spirits of the South. Iwin The spirit of ghosts. a reference to the Òrìsà associated with a person's character and destiny. same meaning as Òrìsà. Oluéri Spirits of the Rivers. guardian Spirit. Irúnmòle Forces in Nature (Òrìsà) that created the Earth. Ìgbamole Calabash of light. Olose Force in Nature." Ìranse . Òrìsà orí Spirit of personal consciousness. ìwò Oòrun Spirits of the West. meaning: "House of Light. Òrìsà . guardian Òrìsà. Ìbamolè Spiritual Forces in Nature (Òrìsà) that are worthy of respect.Oríle Spirit of the Nation. Olokanran Spirits of Prophecy. SPIRITUAL FORCES Aàjà Spirit of the Whirlwind. Àgbìgbò Spirit of the Forest that causes trouble. Agemo Spirit of the Forest worshipped in the Ijebu region of Nigeria. This same power is used to consecrate the crown of the Yorùbá Kings. those Spirits who speak of the future.mòpin Spirit who shapes the head and forms the consciousness of each new born child. Àjàlá . Àguala Spirit of Venus. meaning: "One who gathers children. Also used as a reference to money or abundance. this is a reference to the animating consciousness that exists inside a burning flame. same as Òrìsà. wòròkò Elemental Spirits who work with the Spirit of Infectious disease (Babaluaiye) to help spread disease." Osi Spirit of the Ancestors (Egún). .3 Osara Forces in Nature. Abanigbele Spirit of Fire. Agayu Spirit of the Fire at the Center of the Earth. àjé Spirit of a Bird used by women (Ìyáàmi) to invoke powers used for abundance and justice. 4 Aje Saluga Elemental Spirit of Abundance. this is a reference to the animating consciousness that exists inside a burning flame. Dada The Spirit of Vegetables. Abanigbele The Spirit of Fire. Àsedá Spirit of one of the Prophet Òrúnmìlà first two students. Èsú The Spirit of the Divine Messenger. sacred to the Spirit of the Mothers (Ìyáàmi). elekeji eni Spiritual double. Ejufiri The Spirit that shapes consciousness. the foundation of inner strength. Alááànú Spirit that helps shape consciousness prior to birth." Alúdùndún Òrun Guardian Spirit of personal destiny in the Realm of the Ancestors. . elemental spirit with the body of a human and the head of a dog.inú Spirit of the inner self. Babaluàiyé Spirit of the Surface of the Earth. Arúku Spirit who transforms and elevates the spirit of the ancestors. the Source of personal destiny. Aroni Spirit of the forest. this is the Spirit associated with those infectious diseases that are carried by the wind across the surface of the earth during dry and hot times of the year. Amúsan Spirit of one of the children of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). Akódá Spirit of one of the Prophet Òrúnmìlà's first two students. Àmòká Spirit of the Sun. higher self. "The Merciful One. who also as a role as the Spirit of the Divine Trickster and the Spirit of the Divine Enforcer. Àpárí . Apetebi Spirit of the wife of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà). Erinlè Spirit of Song. also the guardian Spirit new born children with large tufts of hair. Èdán Spirit of the Male aspect of the Spirit of the Earth (Onilé). Mágbéèmitì Spirit who shapes consciousness. the First Reincarnation of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà).5 Egbéògbà Spirit honored by the society of women (Ìyáàmi). Ìràwò alé The star Sirius. in Ifá Ancestor reverence the big toe is the place where personal consciousness (Orí) forms a link with Ancestral consciousness (Orí Egún). Irépò Spirit of Cooperation Korí Spirit who creates the calabash of the inner self. Odù Spirit of the Womb of Creation. black is a symbolic reference to that which is invisible. Ìpònrí Higher self. Odùdúwà Spirit of Black Character. Ìbéta Spirit of Triplets. In some regions of Nigeria this spirit is the primal Goddess. Ibeji Spirit of Twins. described in Ifá scripture as a person's spiritual double that lives in the Realm of the Ancestors (Ìkòlè Òrun). Odùdúà Same as Odùdúwà. . the opposite of light. Ìpòrí The Spirit of the Big Toe. Ikú Spirit of Death. Odumare Regional variation of Olódùmarè who is the Source of Creation. Ofere Spirit of the Morning Star. associated with the power center between the eyes. Iponri The Force in Nature (Òrìsà) that guides the consciousness of a particular individual. the Spirit of Sirius refered to as the canoe star in Ifá scripture. in Ile Ifè this Spirit is the original male Ancestor of Yoruba culture. Elédà Creator. Èlà The Spirit of Purity. " Olojongbodu Spirit of the Wife of Death (Ikú).bi Spirit of the wife of Orungan. daughter of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó)." Onílé Spirit of the Earth." Oòrùn Spirit of the Sun. Olófin Spirit of the Law. meaning: "Spirit with Four Heads. Olókun Spirit of the Ocean." Olosa Spirit of the Lagoon. Òrò Spirit of the Forest. Òrìsà agbala Guardian Spirit of the back yard. Olumu The Spirit of Understanding. meaning: "Creator of the heads in the forest. meaning: "Owner of the Law. Òri s à . Osu Spirit of the Moon.6 Ògún The Spirit of Iron. meaning: "Owner of the Earth. Olúworíogbó The Spirit who makes Heads.Mérìn Spirit who protects towns. Olorí . òjìjí Shadow spirit created by the physical manifestation of a person's negative emotions. Olódùmarè Spirit of Creation. Òòsàoko Spirit of the Farm. Olóore Spirit who shapes the head of infants before birth. invoked as part of Ifá funeral rites. Òjòntarìgì Spirit of the wife of the Spirit of Death (Ikú). Opèlé Spirit of the wiife of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà) orí Spirit of Consciousness. . the younger brother of the Spirit of the Farm (Òrìsà Oko). also means head in common usage. Oba Ìgbàláyé Spirit of the Four Seasons. physical incarnation of the Spirit of Purity (Èlà)." Obalùf òn Spirit who protects Artists. Olórun Ultimate Source of Being. the male aspect of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). Òrò Spirit of the Power of the Word. Òrúnmìlà Spirit of Destiny. Òrungan Spirit of the child of the Spirit of the Mother of Fishes (Yemoja). Obàtálá Spirit of the King of White Cloth.7 Òsùmàrè Spirit of the Rainbow. Òsányìn Spirit of Herbs and Medicine. Òrun Òkè Spirit of the Mountains in the Invisible Realm of the Immortals. considered the Father of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó) in Ilé Ifè. Òranmiyàn The Spirit of War. lives in Igeti hill with the Divine Messenger. Oba Oke Spirit of the Mountain. Obba Goddess of the Iba River. meaning: "King of the Calabash of the Earth. Osun Spirit who protects individual consciousness. meaning: "Mother of Nine." Oye Spirit of the Harmattan Wind. the prophet of Ifá. Olósà The Spirit of the Lagoon. O'yansa Spirit of the Mother of the Spirit of the Wind (Oya). Òsóòsì Spirit of the Tracker. Oramif e Spirit of the Father of the Spirit of Lightning (Sàngó). . Spirit of the River Niger. Sàaragaá Spirit that shapes consciousness (Orí).8 Osun Spirit of the River. Yemòwó Spirit of the Wife of the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). also the fourth Aláàfin of Oyo. . Alajìki One Who is Addressed First. Sòponnà Spirit of Small Pox. Yemòja Spirit of the Ògún River. meaning: "Mother of Fishes. meaning: "The Strange place of Uniqueness." Sùngbèmi Spirit that shapes consciousness (Orí). Poripon Sigidi Spirit of Combat. Òràngun Spirit of the grandson of Odùduwa. meaning: "Be Closer to Me. Bara Strength." PRAISE NAMES ÈSÙ Agongo ogo He Who Carries a Club." Sàngó Spirit of Lightning.mápò He who has all the Knowledge of Powerful Medicine. Sigidi Messenger Spirit for warrior spirits who protect a particular family lineage. Oya Spirit of the Wind. Yemò Spirit of the Wife of the Spirit of the King of White Cloth (Obàtálá). sensuality and abundance. Òràányàn Spirit of the First King (Oba) of Oyo. fertility. Amónisègùn . Sigidi S ugudu Spirit of Nightmares. Olóf ín . ÒGÚN Atóónàlórógùn Hefty Hunter. Òrìs à ipapo adun Spirit of Sweat Togetherness.àpèká . Elégára Spirit of the Trickster. OBÀTÁLÁ A . . Olona Owner of the Road. Òsìn Imolè First Among the Immortals. Os ibiriki The One who Bursts out Suddenly.àlà Radiant White. Olog arare Master of Himself.kè .9 Elégbà Spirit of Good Character. ÒSÓÒSÌ Ata .mátàsé The Sharp Shooter. Alábalese He Who Predicts the Future. Àwàlàwúlú Rugged and Rough Spirit. Olumaki Chief of Strength.bí . Lákáyé Chief of the Earth. Òsìn Imole Chief of Spirits. Olú irin Chief of Iron. Àwònyè Òrìsà The Enraged Spirit. Oni're Chief of the Town of Ire.lúù Enforcer of the Law Giver. rere Giver of Good Things. Obanla King of Purity. Owner of the Cave. Òrì s à Al ase Spirit with the Power of Dreams. YEMÒJA Olúgbé . Oluorogbo Chief of the Medicine of Truth. Oba . Oluwo Igbo Chief Diviner of the Forest.og'enia The Spirit who Owns Humans.ti . Oba Omi King of the Waters.álá King of Vision. OLÓKUN Àjíbáajé The Spirit Who Wakes up to Discover Money. AGANJU Elekú o. Òòsáálá Spirit of Mystic Vision. Pàkelemò The Calabash of Wisdom.10 Alamorere Owner of the Best Clay. Oba . Òsèèrèmògbò Source of Good Things from the Forest. Òrí sálá Spirit who Creates Light.i gbó King of the Forest. Òòsà Ìgbowújìn The Spirit who lives in the Distant Forest. Obàtálá gbingbin iki The Big Big Spirit of the King of the White Cloth. Obalofun King of Pure Speech. Òrìsà . SÀNGÓ . 11 Àrìrà Fast as Lightning.lege . Olúbambí The Creator helped me before I had this child. Olúòrójò King Who Must Not See Rain. Efufu . Bámbi Spiritually Reborn. Obakòso King of Kòso. OSUN Olodo Owner of the Brook. Iyansan Mother of the Child of Nine. OSÁNYÌN Atoobajayé The adequate Protector. Kábiyès í Greeting of Respect. Olúwèkù The controller of those who wear the Ancestral masquerade. Àjàlórun Winds of the Realm of the Ancestors.lege Gentle Breeze. Olú kòso Àìrá The Controller of Lightning.jeje Whirlwind. Àjàláiyé Winds of the Earth. BABLUAIYÉ . Aférifélégélégé Mysterious Wind. OYA Afefe . Kábíyès ìlè Greeting of Respect. Oluoyo Chief of Oyo. Agbónire Hunter of Good Fortune. Ibìkejì Èdùmàrè Second to the Creator. Ló .ju .Oogùn Stronger than Medicine.igbó Ayan Tree is the Mystery of the Inner Sanctum of the Sacred Grove.ka . A .12 Asin . Amodídá One Who Cuts through Sickness. Omolú Child of heat. A . ONILE Ilè Ògéré House of Perfection. ÒRÚNMÌLÀ Àáyán . Ká . Ló .l'égbàá . Agbónìrègún Hunter of the Medicine of Good Fortune.inú .l'òní Master of the Day.mò .tán Not to Have Full Knowledge of You is to Fail.ó .dayò One Who Makes Things Prosper.ó . .mo .ìyànjú The Mystery of Power that Comes from Eating the Yam.là Whom to know is to be saved. Yeye Aiye Mother of the Earth.kò .sòrò . Amòlà Ifé Owòdáyé "The Savior of Ifé from the Early Days.awo . Ifá Olokún Diviner of the Sea. Amáiyégún The Guardian of Medicine on Earth. Obalúaiye "King of the hot earth. Aje .l'òla Master of tomorrow.mò . Olónìímoro Owner of Cleanliness.dúdú . . Olúwa Chief of Character.imò . Onílégangan . Ti npojó ikú dà The Changer of the determined day of Death. Òpè Palm Tree.lòtunla . OLODÙMARÈ Èkèmí First Soul. Obírítí The Immense Orbit. Oba Àlórí Almighty Chief.pèlu .òkè .è Master of the day after tomorrow.Ìgèté Black Man from Ogeti Hill. Olùnrin . ÒRUN Ìkòlè Òrun The invisible realm of Spirit.ajíkí Owner of the Spirit of the Traditional Drum that is saluted first. Olójó Òní Owner of the Day.13 Ló . Òsígbìwa The One who brings the right hand path.mi . Olúwà . Obayíya Highest King.ogo The Brave One.àmò . Oga . Èmi Mimo Spirit of All Wisdom. Olúmmaàmi Òkítíìrí The Chief Averter. Oba Òrun King of the Invisible Realm of the Immortals.tán Who Can Most Understand the Source of Being. home of the ancestors (Egún) and the Immortals (Òrìsà). Òyígíyigì The primal stone of Creation. or the center axis. also refers to a Spiritual City in the Realm of the Ancestors (Ìkòlè Òrun). Oríta The boundary between the visible realm of Creation and the invisible realm of Creation. ilogbon House of Wisdom. Ònòméfà The six sacred directions. làí . the Source of Creation. Òrun . meaning the four directions of the compass plus up and down. ìsálú .làí The beginning of time.Apadi Home of disruptive earth bound ancestor spirits . Ipò . place where the spirit of the deceased lingers if it does not receive proper elevation. òde . the Source of Creation.14 lé Ifè The Spiritual capitol of traditional Yorúbà culture. mystical home of the Spirit of Destiny (Òrúnmìlà).Òrun The entire invisible realm.okú Ancestral home of the a person's spiritual shadow (ojiji).Òrun The entire Invisible Realm of the Ancestors.