Hand of Ifa -Beginner Course
A step by step guide to Ifa for devotees with a Hand of Ifa or New Initiates
Course Summary
Isefa (also called “receiving the Hand of Ifá”) is an important rite within the Yoruba religion and the Ifá tradition. It marks a person’s formal connection to Orunmila, the deity of wisdom and divination. During Isefa, a devotee receives sacred objects — most notably a set of consecrated palm nuts (ikin Ifá) that allow them to personally interact with the energy of Ifá and receive guidance for their life path. While Isefa does not make someone a full Babalawo or Iyanifa, (high priest), it provides protection, blessings, and a deeper spiritual relationship with their destiny (ayanmo). It often includes a personal reading (divination) that reveals important taboos, life missions, and spiritual allies. The Hand of Ifá serves as a foundation for further growth, offering the devotee access to wisdom, spiritual protection, and the beginnings of mastery in the Ifá tradition.
This course is based on the Book Hand of Ifa by Ayele Kumari. It is for anyone who has a hand of ifa or is initiated to Ifa. It was developed from a book study program that was recorded live. This course is self paced as the student moves through the recordings and develops their practice as an Onifa. It takes the student chapter by chapter through the ins and outs of having an Ifa shrine. The course requires the book but offers an e copy to get started if necessary. The course is guided by Iya Faburilu , an Iyanifa under the direction of Chief Ayele Kumari. The program has 2 parts. The first part (beginning )covers taking care of the shrine and chapters 1-13. The 2nd part covers all 16 Odus covered in chapter 14.
Course Curriculum
Iya Faborilu Omiyomi
Iya Faborilu is a seasoned spiritual teacher with over two decades of experience guiding individuals on their spiritual journeys. Rooted in the rich traditions of Yoruba spirituality, she has been initiated into several sacred paths, including Orisa, Ifa, Egbe, Palo, Spiritualism, and Iyaami. These initiations reflect her deep commitment to understanding and honoring the diverse facets of spiritual practice.
As an initiated practitioner, Iya Faborilu brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to her teachings. Her classes are known for blending traditional wisdom with contemporary insights, creating a transformative learning environment for students seeking spiritual growth and connection. Her work is firmly rooted in traditional wisdom, personal growth, and spiritual empowerment. In addition to teaching, she actively participates in community rituals and ceremonies, offering guidance and support to those navigating their spiritual paths. Her work emphasizes the importance of ancestral reverence, personal empowerment, and the interconnectedness of all beings.
Beyond her classes, Iya Faborilu engages in group chats and mentorship spaces, helping women heal, grow, and reconnect with their divine purpose. She is passionate about building supportive communities where spiritual development, self-love, and ancestral connection are at the center. Her mission is to help others walk in their power with balance, truth, and clarity.
