WHICH ODU IS OBATALA?
WHICH ODU IS OBATALA? The vibration or odu that created Obatala according to tradition was EJIOGBE that states: Gbogbo ola omi ti nbe laye Kole to …
Meaning of ALABAA LASE
Meaning of ALABAA LASE In all Yoruba towns and cities worshippers see Obatala as their king, leader and their protective divinity of immense impor…
OBATALA’s role in the universe
OBATALA’s role in the universe Animals without bones are his preferable sacrificial animals, like the snail, shows that Obatala does not like to h…
Attributes of OBATALA
Attributes of OBATALA It was noted that he was full of meekness, calmness, patience and gentleness – and this became the traits of his character - …
OBATALA SALUTATION
OBATALA SALUTATION Based on this Obatala was saluted in the following way: OBATALA O KU OOO ORISA FUNFUN AJIMAJE NNKAN TO LEEGUN APA IGBIN JE LEH…
OBATALA RITUAL ITEMS
OBATALA RITUAL ITEMS We use the following items when performing rituals and making ebó for Obatala: IGBIN (SNAIL) AKE EWURE (GOAT PLACENTA) OBI (KO…
Symbols of OBATALA
Symbols of OBATALA The hierarchy amongst his followers is as follows Males: Aboosa, Tabi aaje Females: Elegun White cloths are the symbol of his pr…
Taboos for Obatala
Taboos for Obatala: None of his followers should drink strong wine or alcohol Oil and salt must not be used to prepare food during his rituals and …
OBATALA DAYS OF THE WEEK
OBATALA DAYS OF THE WEEK OBATALA was the first divinity and he chose the first day of the week as his own day of worship. He is believed to be th…
OBATALA the ORISA that give children
OBATALA the ORISA that give children It was believed that those who are looking for the fruit of the womb must offer prayer, sacrifice and indulge …