Practical Foundations of Ifa

<p><strong>The goal of this book is to simplify the concepts of Ifa view and practice and to empower the practitioner.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Written by one of the leaders of the modern Ifa tradition <strong>Practical Foundations of Ifa </strong>is a primer for those readers interested in a pragmatic introduction to the Ifa tradition and a blueprint on the caring and maintaining of an Ifa shrine.</p><p><br></p><p>This handbook is suitable both for those who have already received a hand of Ifa (<em>Isefa</em>) or initiation to Ifa (<em>Itefa/Itelodu</em>) and also offers a fair and balanced view of what to expect for those who may just want more information before deciding if Ifa practice is right for them. Written from a flexible point of view and with full color illustrations on high-quality paper this handbook is an excellent resource.</p><p><br></p><p>Notable topics include:</p><ul><li>Cultivating a healthy view and practice on the Ifa and Orisa traditions</li><li>The core concepts of Ifa practice at the entry level and a template for a sustainable home practice for personal use</li><li>Introduction to the Orisa pantheon and West African cosmology</li><li>How to propitiate and care for an Ifa shrine at home including divining for yourself and making basic offerings</li><li>Illumination of some of the underlying threads that make for successful interfacing with fellow Ifa worshipers and devotees</li><li>Over 100 Ifa verses to support and inform various topics</li></ul><p><br></p><p>There is no substitute for a formal teacher or guide in the practice; rather this handbook will effectively supplement training provided by a competent teacher and provide an example of one iteration of Ifa practice.</p>