Your Favorite Babalawo's Podcast
Ifá is not just a spiritual path—it is a raw, unfiltered lens into the complexities of life, creation, and destiny (Ori). Grounded in the wisdom of the 256 Odu, this tradition offers truths that are as profound as they are challenging. In this space, we won’t shy away from the deeper conversations, including the controversial aspects of Ifá practice and its modern interpretations.
We are here to confront the light and the shadow, the harmony and the conflicts, that define this sacred tradition. Ifá does not sanitize its lessons; it presents them as they are—bold, unapologetic, and transformative. Together, we’ll explore not just the beauty of Ifá but its raw truths, complexities, and the sometimes uncomfortable realities that come with aligning with its teachings. This is where spiritual wisdom meets critical inquiry, honoring the full spectrum of Ifá’s essence. Let’s dive deep, leaving no stone unturned.
Your Favorite Babalawo's Podcast
The Truth About Forced Conversions & Religious Fear Tactics | Why Ifá Rejects Hell & Coercion
Have you ever wondered why some religions use fear to keep people in line? Why do so many faiths insist on forced conversions, and what purpose does the concept of Hell actually serve?
In this episode, we take a deep dive into:
🔥 The brutal history of forced religious conversions and the millions who died as a result.
🔥 How Christianity, Islam, and Hinduism have used violence and fear to maintain control.
🔥 Why Ifá, the Yoruba spiritual system, rejects fear-based tactics and respects individual destiny (Ori).
🔥 The manipulative power of Hell and why it’s a psychological control mechanism rather than a spiritual truth.
🔥 Odu Ifá references that prove coercion and fear have no place in true spirituality.