Chapter Four: The Art and Ritual of Divination

Now that we have listened to the voice of the Odù, it is time to learn how to ask the right question—and how to hear the divine answer.

In this third chapter, we move from knowledge into action. You will be guided step by step through the sacred process of Ifá divination—not only how it works mechanically, but how it unfolds spiritually. Because true divination is never just about technique. It is a ritual of connection. A conversation between heaven and earth, between your Ori and the voice of destiny.

Here, you will learn how the diviner prepares themselves, the space, and the tools. You will witness the sacred gestures and invocations that open the channel to the invisible world. Whether through ikin, opele, or cowries, you will begin to understand what it means to divine with humility, with intention, and with presence.

This is where you learn to approach the tray not just with hands, but with heart.

You will also explore the role of Eshú—the divine messenger and keeper of the crossroads—whose presence is essential in every reading. Without Eshú, the message cannot flow. Without him, no communication can reach the Orun.

By the end of this chapter, you will no longer see divination as something mysterious and distant. You will see it as a living, sacred discipline—one that you can approach, one that you can learn, and one that can guide your decisions, your healing, and your alignment with destiny.

And for those who wish to go even deeper into the practice, rituals, and different divination systems—such as Obi Abatá and bones divination—my books on Amazon provide a powerful complement to this chapter. They offer practical insights and spiritual depth to enrich your path.

This is not just about knowing what the Odù say. This is about learning how to ask, how to listen, and how to embody the answer.

The ritual begins now. Let us enter.