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src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cd/Isese_religion.png/250px-Isese_religion.png" decoding="async" width="250" height="179" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cd/Isese_religion.png/375px-Isese_religion.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/cd/Isese_religion.png/500px-Isese_religion.png 2x" data-file-width="2100" data-file-height="1500" /></a></span></td></tr><tr><th class="sidebar-heading" style="background-color: #93C572;"> <b><a href="/wiki/List_of_Yoruba_deities" title="List of Yoruba deities">Deities</a></b></th></tr><tr><td class="sidebar-content"> <div class="hlist"> <ul><li><b><a href="/wiki/God" title="God">God</a></b>: <a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Cl%E1%BB%8Drun" title="Ọlọrun">Ọlọrun / Olodumare</a> / <a href="/wiki/Olofi" class="mw-redirect" title="Olofi">Olofin</a> <br /></li></ul> <ul><li><b><a href="/wiki/Orisha" title="Orisha">The Orisha</a></b>: <a href="/wiki/Aganju" title="Aganju">Aganju</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Agemo_(deity)" title="Agemo (deity)">Agemo</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ajaka" title="Ajaka">Ajaka</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ayao" title="Ayao">Ayao</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Babal%C3%BA-Ay%C3%A9" title="Babalú-Ayé">Babalú-Ayé</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Elegua" title="Elegua">Elegua</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Erinle" class="mw-redirect" title="Erinle">Erinle</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Eshu" title="Eshu">Eshu</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ibeji" title="Ibeji">Ibeji</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Oduduwa" title="Oduduwa">Oduduwa</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ogun" title="Ogun">Ogun</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Olokun" title="Olokun">Olokun</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ori_(Yoruba)" title="Ori (Yoruba)">Ori</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Oko_(Orisha)" class="mw-redirect" title="Oko (Orisha)">Oko</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Oshumare" class="mw-redirect" title="Oshumare">Oshumare</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Cba" class="mw-redirect" title="Ọba">Ọba</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Cbatala" title="Ọbatala">Ọbatala</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Cranyan" title="Ọranyan">Ọranyan</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Crunmila" title="Ọrunmila">Ọrunmila</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Csanyin" class="mw-redirect" title="Ọsanyin">Ọsanyin</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8C%E1%B9%A3%E1%BB%8D%E1%BB%8Dsi" class="mw-redirect" title="Ọṣọọsi">Ọṣọọsi</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8C%E1%B9%A3un" class="mw-redirect" title="Ọṣun">Ọṣun</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Cya" title="Ọya">Ọya</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Shango" title="Shango">Shango</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Yem%E1%BB%8Dja" title="Yemọja">Yemọja</a></li></ul> </div></td> </tr><tr><th class="sidebar-heading" style="background-color: #93C572;"> Beliefs</th></tr><tr><td class="sidebar-content"> <div class="hlist"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/A%E1%B9%A3%E1%BA%B9" title="Aṣẹ">Aṣẹ</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Ayagunna" title="Ayagunna">Ayagunna</a></li> 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mask</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/G%E1%BA%B9l%E1%BA%B9d%E1%BA%B9" title="Gẹlẹdẹ">Gẹlẹdẹ</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Letra_del_a%C3%B1o" title="Letra del año">Letra del año</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Obi_divination" title="Obi divination">Obi divination</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Osanyin_staff" title="Osanyin staff">Osanyin staff</a></li></ul> </div></td> </tr><tr><th class="sidebar-heading" style="background-color: #93C572;"> Variants</th></tr><tr><td class="sidebar-content"> <div class="hlist"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/African_Theological_Archministry" title="African Theological Archministry">African Theological Archministry</a> (United States)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Candombl%C3%A9" title="Candomblé">Candomblé</a>, <a href="/wiki/Candombl%C3%A9_Ketu" title="Candomblé Ketu">Ketu</a> (Brazil)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/K%C3%A9l%C3%A9" title="Kélé">Kélé</a> (Saint Lucia)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Quimbanda" title="Quimbanda">Quimbanda</a> (Brazil)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Santer%C3%ADa" title="Santería">Santería</a> (Cuba)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Tambor_de_Mina" title="Tambor de Mina">Tambor de Mina</a> (Brazil)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Trinidad_Orisha" title="Trinidad Orisha">Trinidad Orisha</a> (Trinidad)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Umbanda" title="Umbanda">Umbanda</a> (Brazil)</li> <li><a href="/wiki/Yoruba_religion" title="Yoruba religion">Yoruba religion</a> (Nigeria)</li></ul> </div></td> </tr><tr><th class="sidebar-heading" style="background-color: #93C572;"> Sacred sites</th></tr><tr><td class="sidebar-content"> <div class="hlist"> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/Ife" class="mw-redirect" title="Ife">Ile Ife</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Oyo,_Oyo" class="mw-redirect" title="Oyo, Oyo">Oyo</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Osun-Osogbo" title="Osun-Osogbo">Osun-Osogbo</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Yorubaland" title="Yorubaland">Yorubaland</a></li></ul> </div></td> </tr><tr><th class="sidebar-heading" style="background-color: #93C572;"> Legendary figures</th></tr><tr><td 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(<b>Babalao</b> in Caribbean and South American Spanish and <b>Babalaô</b> in Brazilian Portuguese) literally means "father of secrets," (or “father of mysteries”)<sup id="cite_ref-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-1"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>1<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> in the <a href="/wiki/Yoruba_language" title="Yoruba language">Yoruba language</a>. It is a spiritual title that denotes a high <a href="/wiki/Priest" title="Priest">priest</a> of the <a href="/wiki/If%C3%A1" title="Ifá">Ifá</a> <a href="/wiki/Oracle" title="Oracle">oracle</a>. Ifá is a <a href="/wiki/Divination" title="Divination">divination</a> system that represents the teachings of the <a href="/wiki/Orisha" title="Orisha">Òrìṣà</a> <a href="/wiki/%E1%BB%8Crunmila" title="Ọrunmila">Ọrunmila</a>, the Òrìṣà of Wisdom, who in turn serves as the <a href="/wiki/List_of_oral_repositories" title="List of oral repositories">oracular representative</a> of <a href="/wiki/Olodumare" class="mw-redirect" title="Olodumare">Olodumare</a>. </p> <meta property="mw:PageProp/toc" /> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="History_of_Babalawo">History of Babalawo</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Babalawo&action=edit&section=1" title="Edit section: History of Babalawo"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>The term "Babalawo" typically refers to a Yoruba religious figure, often considered a priest or diviner, within the Ifa system of the Yoruba people in West Africa. The Ifa system is a complex and ancient divination and religious practice that has its roots in Yoruba mythology and culture and is deeply rooted in Yoruba history and mythology, making it challenging to pinpoint a specific beginning. However, it is generally believed that the Ifa system has ancient origins, dating back centuries within the Yoruba civilization. </p><p>The Ifa system revolves around the worship of Orunmila, who is considered the Orisha (deity) of wisdom and divination. Orunmila is believed to have received the knowledge of Ifa from Olodumare, the supreme deity in the Yoruba pantheon. According to Yoruba mythology, Orunmila then shared this knowledge with human beings, and the practice of Ifa divination was established to guide individuals in making decisions, understanding their destiny, and seeking spiritual guidance. </p><p>Babalawos are the custodians of the Ifa knowledge and play a crucial role in performing Ifa divination ceremonies, interpreting the messages of Orunmila, and providing guidance to individuals and communities. They undergo extensive training and are initiated into the priesthood, often passing down their knowledge through apprenticeship and oral tradition. </p><p>While the specific historical details may be challenging to ascertain due to the ancient nature of the Ifa system, it is clear that the Babalawo and Ifá practice have deep cultural and religious significance within the Yoruba community. Today, Ifa continues to be practiced not only in Nigeria, where the Yoruba people are predominant but also among Yoruba diaspora communities around the world. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Functions_in_society">Functions in society</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Babalawo&action=edit&section=2" title="Edit section: Functions in society"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>The Babalawos are believed to ascertain the future of their clients through communication with Ifá. This is done through the interpretation of either the patterns of the <a href="/wiki/Divination" title="Divination">divining</a> chain known as <i><a href="/wiki/Opele" title="Opele">Opele</a></i>, or the sacred <a href="/wiki/Elaeis_guineensis" title="Elaeis guineensis">palm</a> nuts called <i>Ikin</i>, on the traditionally wooden divination tray called <i><a href="/wiki/Opon_If%C3%A1" title="Opon Ifá">Opon Ifá</a></i>. </p><p>In addition to this, some of them also perform divination services on behalf of the <a href="/wiki/King" title="King">kings</a> and <a href="/wiki/Paramount_chief" title="Paramount chief">paramount chiefs</a> of the <a href="/wiki/Yoruba_people" title="Yoruba people">Yoruba people</a>. These figures, holders of <a href="/wiki/Nigerian_chieftaincy" class="mw-redirect" title="Nigerian chieftaincy">chieftaincy</a> titles like <b>Araba</b> and <b>Oluwo Ifa</b> in their own right, are members of the recognised <a href="/wiki/Aristocracy_(class)" title="Aristocracy (class)">aristocracies</a> of the various Yoruba <a href="/wiki/List_of_Nigerian_traditional_states" title="List of Nigerian traditional states">traditional states</a>. </p><p>People can visit Babalawos for spiritual consultations, which is known as <i>Dafa</i>. The religious system as a whole has been recognized by <a href="/wiki/UNESCO" title="UNESCO">UNESCO</a> as a “<a href="/wiki/Masterpiece_of_the_Oral_and_Intangible_Heritage_of_Humanity" class="mw-redirect" title="Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity">Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity</a>." </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Impacts_of_Babalawo">Impacts of Babalawo</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Babalawo&action=edit&section=3" title="Edit section: Impacts of Babalawo"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Babalawos are key custodians of the Ifa system, preserving and transmitting Yoruba cultural heritage through oral tradition, rituals, and ceremonies. This system provides a framework for understanding morality, human relationships, and the world at large. As spiritual leaders and diviners, Babalawos offer guidance to individuals and communities by employing the Ifa divination process, addressing various aspects of life such as health, relationships, and career choices. </p><p>Furthermore, the Ifa system fosters community cohesion through participatory ceremonies, contributing to a shared cultural and religious framework. Some Babalawos are also known for their knowledge of traditional healing practices, incorporating herbs, incantations, and spiritual interventions to address both physical and spiritual ailments within the community. Babalawos often play a role in conflict resolution within families or communities, drawing on the wisdom and ethical principles emphasized by the Ifa system. The impact extends to regions where the Yoruba diaspora has spread, resulting in cultural syncretism with other religious traditions, as seen in practices like Santería, Candomblé, and Vodou. </p><p>However, challenges and controversies exist. Critics may view certain practices as superstitious or express concerns about potential financial exploitation. Additionally, clashes may arise between traditional practices and modern views, particularly in societies undergoing rapid social changes. </p><p>Despite challenges, the Ifa system contributes significantly to the cultural identity of the Yoruba people, distinguishing them from other ethnic and religious groups and fostering pride in their cultural heritage. Moreover, global interest in the Ifa system from scholars, tourists, and spiritual seekers reflects its impact on a broader scale, with both positive appreciation for cultural richness and potential negative aspects related to commodification or misrepresentation of practices. The impacts of Babalawo and the Ifa system are dynamic, evolving over time within the broader dynamics of cultural and religious practices in a changing world. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="In_popular_culture">In popular culture</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=Babalawo&action=edit&section=4" title="Edit section: In popular culture"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <ul><li>"Calle Luna, Calle Sol", a salsa song by <a href="/wiki/Willie_Col%C3%B3n" title="Willie Colón">Willie Colón</a> and <a href="/wiki/H%C3%A9ctor_Lavoe" title="Héctor Lavoe">Héctor Lavoe</a> about <a href="/wiki/Crime_in_Puerto_Rico" title="Crime in Puerto Rico">Crime in Puerto Rico</a>, mentions Babalawo saying "you may have a saint watching over you but you're not a Babalawo" (<span title="Spanish-language text"><i lang="es">Tu tienes un santo pero no eres babalao</i></span>).<sup 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