{"product_id":"akoni-ni-im-ifa-the-teaching-of-ifa-volume-1","title":"AKÓNI NÍ ÌMỌ̀ IFÁ — The Teaching of Ifá, Volume 1","description":"\u003ch1\u003eAKÓNI NÍ ÌMỌ̀ IFÁ — The Teaching of Ifá, Volume 1\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Oloye Oluawo Ifamoriyo Ojoawo Agboola\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYoruba \u0026amp; English Versions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAkóni Ní Ìmọ̀ Ifá — The Teaching of Ifá, Volume 1\u003c\/strong\u003e is an educational book designed to help readers understand the foundations, structure and practical study of Ifá.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than focusing only on the memorisation and recitation of Odù Ifá verses, the author explains how Ifá verses are learned, understood, interpreted and applied. The book is written to support both beginners starting their journey into Ifá knowledge and experienced learners who wish to deepen their understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the author, learning Ifá is not limited to children or traditional apprentices. Adults, practitioners, researchers and students at different levels of education can also benefit from a structured approach to studying Ifá.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Discover\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book explores important areas of Ifá learning, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe meaning and interpretation of Ifá verse units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferent types and uses of Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIfá verses for prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIfá verses used during Ọ̀pẹ̀lẹ̀ divination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIfá verses used with Ikin Ifá and the Ifá divination tray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIfá verses used during social ceremonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerses for admonition and consolation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerses used during conversation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIfá verses connected with propitiation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIfá verse units for enchantment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaboos associated with Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenefits of learning Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcedures for beginners learning Ifá\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe different segments that make up an Ifá verse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferences between long and short Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow verses involving one or multiple diviners are structured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow an Ifá verse can be broken down and studied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImportant principles for testing knowledge of Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinguistic and literary beauty found within Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to identify the serial position of an Odù Ifá\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCritical evaluation of Ifá verses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe 16 principal Odù Ifá and their associated Odù\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author also demonstrates a traditional learning method in which the teacher chants an Ifá verse line by line while the learner repeats it until the verse is retained in memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding the 256 Odù Ifá\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book introduces readers to the relationship between the \u003cstrong\u003e16 principal Odù, known as Ojú Odù, and the complete system of 256 Odù Ifá\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt helps readers understand that becoming knowledgeable in Ifá involves much more than simply memorising verses. The learner must also understand their language, lessons, structure, context and application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYoruba Language and Ifá\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe author also examines the strong relationship between \u003cstrong\u003eIfá verses and the Yoruba language\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the use of proverbs, oral expressions and other forms of traditional Yoruba linguistic knowledge contained within Ifá literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This Book For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book may be useful for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginners interested in learning Ifá\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBabaláwo and other Ifá practitioners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudents of Yoruba culture and traditional knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResearchers and academics studying Ifá\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoruba cultural enthusiasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMembers of the African diaspora seeking structured Ifá knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaders who want to understand Odù Ifá beyond simple recitation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Akóni Ní Ìmọ̀ Ifá\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Title:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Teaching of Ifá\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volume 1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oloye Oluawo Ifamoriyo Ojoawo Agboola\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yoruba \u0026amp; English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Physical Book\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-978-779-945-1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrder from Get a Better Life TV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurchase your original copy of \u003cstrong\u003eAkóni Ní Ìmọ̀ Ifá — The Teaching of Ifá, Volume 1\u003c\/strong\u003e through the \u003cstrong\u003eGet a Better Life TV Store\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor enquiries about ordering, delivery or availability, please contact Get a Better Life TV through the WhatsApp information provided on our store.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpand your understanding of Ifá — from memorising verses to understanding their structure, meaning and application.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get a Better Life TV Isese Bookshop and Divination\/Spiritual Items Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67841663205654,"sku":null,"price":25000.0,"currency_code":"NGN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0906\/3347\/0230\/files\/456968.png?v=1793218956","url":"https:\/\/www.getabetterlifetv.com\/fr\/products\/akoni-ni-im-ifa-the-teaching-of-ifa-volume-1","provider":"Get a Better Life TV Isese Bookshop and Divination\/Spiritual Items Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}