Sixteen Mythological Stories of Ifa (Ita Merindinlogun) by Chief Fama

This book is a trail blazer. Traditional, oral wisdom finally compiled and shared with the world. The stories have roots that are ancient and deep. In this book there are sixteen stories from the two hundred and fifty six (256) Odu Ifa. These are powerful, fascinating stories which are hundreds of years old, yet with messages that are applicable to our lives today.

Each story includes a chant from the actual Odu, narration and a message (ase). Reading Sixteen Mythological Stories of Ifa (Itan Ifa Merindinlogun) will move you toward a better understanding of Ifa. If you are unfamiliar with If and the rich tradition of Yoruba, but have wondered what it is all about, this book is for you. It provides an excellent introduction to the rich mythology of the Yoruba which has, until now, been passed along orally for hundreds of years.

The book is 5.5 x 8.5. The chants in English and Yoruba The book has a comprehensive English-Yoruba glossary, 224 pages, and is paperbound. Please Note: This text is no longer in print.