The Responsibilities of the Babaláwo-Ifá Priests in the Political Activities and Judicial Administration in Ancient Yorùbá Society - Lessons for Contemporary Nigeria
Babaláwo (Ifá priests) are considered as the fathers of secrets/mysteries; they are initiated to be the Custodians of Ifá (an epitome of wisdom, knowledge and power) who leads other deities. Hence, they are in charge of worship, devotions and administration of ẹbọ (sacrifice) to maintain peace...
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| Language: | English |
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LibraryPress@UF
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Yoruba Studies Review |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/ysr/article/view/137827 |
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