Title: Divining the self
Description: "Explores the dynamics of African American engagements with the Holy Odu, the unwritten sacred scriptures of the West African Ifa Orisha tradition. Examines the experiences of selected practitioners, focusing on the ways in which the divinatory narrative and associated mythology impact self-understanding and worldview"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects: Yoruba (African people), Ifa (Religion), Religious life, Religion, African Americans, Influence, Orishas, African americans, religion, Yoruba (african people), religion, United states, religion
Places: United States