Okana Di

Odorafa’s Debt to Oshún

There was a man named Odorafa in the land of Efan who made his living trading the arrows he crafted for the needs and tools of Oggún. His enemies, out of envy and ill will, worked against him and spread bad word of him, harming him in his own house. Because of this, his situation worsened by the day, and he had to sell a house, then a plot of land, and then his carts in order to keep meeting his needs.

His wife, seeing how badly things were going, offered charity with the intention of helping him, and the charity did help. But when she told her husband what she had done and the debt she had run up, he grew very angry and refused to give her the hens to pay that debt.

Oshún sent Eshu to tear everything down once again, and the man became a beggar once more. When he spoke with his wife about what was happening again, she told him she would not get involved anymore, and that if he wanted to fix his situation, he should go and get a consultation. He went to a Babalawo, who told him that all his paths were closed because of his failure to fulfill his obligations and the ill way he spoke, on top of the debts he carried.

He was told that if he wanted to be well, he had to fulfill his duty to Eshu and Oshún. He made an ebó with two hens, two doves, two roosters, oñí (honey), a ladder, a rope, and everything required. The man made the sacrifice and carried it out; he gave the hens to Oshún and the rooster to Eshu, and everything else was done as it should be. In this way he returned to prosperity and peace. Afterwards, he received Orula and all the Saints and lived happily with his wife, who also prospered.

The Path Where Inle Saved Olofin from His Enemies

On this path there was a king named Olofin, who had many enemies conspiring against him to destroy him. Inle was the king’s son, and he used to go hunting and venture deep into the wilderness for days at a time, with no word of him. The king’s enemies were looking for him in order to kill him. One day, while fishing, Inle caught a golden fish (eya orun), which held great secrets.

After making this discovery, Inle decided to return home. Along the way, he came upon his enemies, and thanks to his great mental gifts he was able to read their minds and discover that they planned to kill him to obtain the secret of the eya orun and to defeat and kill his father.

When they realized they had been discovered, the enemies took fright and abandoned their plans. Inle, finding himself free, ran to tell Olofin what his enemies were plotting in order to defeat them. Olofin took measures to prevent his overthrow, and thanks to Inle’s cunning they managed to protect themselves from their enemies and avert a needless conflict.

This story teaches us the importance of staying alert and being cautious in the face of enemies and conspiracies that may arise against us. It also shows how intelligence and cunning can be more powerful than violence, and reminds us of the importance of protection and prevention against possible attacks.

The person who has this Ifá must be closely bound to the Eguns, because they save them daily, and likewise to Elegbá so that he opens the paths; for firmness and health, receive Inle with itá.

This path is applied for aruye de Santo.

There is also the possibility of travel outside the country.

The Path of the Wealth of the Omo of Oshún

There was a daughter of Oshún who could not find a suitor to marry. In despair, she went to her mother and told her of her problem. Oshún advised her to take five eggs and place them on a white plate with plenty of oñí, to pray over them every day, and also to visit the sea, where she would find a love affair with a rich man — fleeting, yet at the same time profitable.

The daughter of Oshún followed the instructions, and shortly afterwards a man arrived at the port, stepping down from a great ship. It was Inle, and he fell in love with the young woman, winning her over and beginning a love affair with her. The girl fell in love with Inle, but her mother had warned her that he was not a family man and that he tended to have a love in every port. Even so, the young woman felt only great love for him and forgot her mother’s counsel.

Inle gave the girl lavish gifts, but one day he told her he had to leave, for he was the captain of the ship that had brought him. The girl professed her great love, but Inle paid her no heed and set sail for other lands.

The daughter of Oshún was saddened by the loss of her beloved, but Oshún reminded her that she had already been warned that the relationship was fleeting and that she could not shut herself away in her position. She also pointed out that Inle had left her wealth and standing, for which she ought to be grateful.

This story teaches us the importance of listening to the advice of our loved ones and not letting feeling override reason. It also shows us the importance of accepting the consequences of our actions and valuing the opportunities life presents.

Do Not Say More Than You Should

Etu found herself alone and weary, with nowhere to sleep. Orunmila advised her to make ebbo, and she did, beginning to prosper at once, laying eggs and raising a family. She was so happy that she began to cry out with joy. The next day, Orunmila warned her not to speak so loudly, lest she draw the attention of her enemies; but the etu, overflowing with happiness, ignored the advice and went on talking and shouting. Her enemies heard her, found her, and killed her.

This story teaches us the importance of being cautious and prudent in life, and of not ignoring the counsel of the wise. It also shows us the importance of remaining humble and not boasting of our achievements, as this can draw the negative attention of others.

This story reminds us of the importance of prudence, humility, and accepting the advice of those around us. These qualities can help us avoid trouble and keep ourselves safe in life.

Do not say more than you should, so that you do not harm yourself.