African Religion: Watch This Before You Join! | Yeyeo Botanica

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[@keithericbrinkley1428]

“There’s more than one route to the Source.”

[@forevertrue06]

Facts

[@Empress-jm2du]

Yes

[@Kosoko68]

Ona Kan soso ko lo woja (it's not only a road that leads to a market)

[@gabrielaarena7448]

All rivers go to the sea

[@sherlanddario4121]

Exactly there is no just one way like some priest or priestess tell us

[@shottashabbaz3912]

I worship Africa gods because I'm a African person.. I like to worship something that just for my people and favors me

[@Topofthetopapex]

Period !!

[@arushanioshaka5600]

Christ is the way to salvation

[@Dominique03]

Arusha Yitchiki So, everyone else is damn? That’s such an ignorant. comment.

[@tytanscorpio3918]

@@arushanioshaka5600 who is Christ?

[@Empress-jm2du]

Christ must be an African

[@TheJamisongore]

Why: I’ve been been apart of Christianity since birth. I started to do research about Christianity history and found out most of the practices in Christianity came from African religion practices! However African religion is very vast! Pray for me on this journey.

[@tonejohnson2055]

I will brother... Ase

[@tytanscorpio3918]

I was born and raised Christian, even studied to be an evangelist at “15” yrs young. Let’s just say all my research pointed to spirituality and not religious beliefs

[@douglas_fir]

yes unfortunately Christianity just robbed pretty much every indigenous spirituality/religion on the planet.

[@Cedricbennettjr]

You are not the only one on that same journey. I very interesting book to read is the two Babylons by Alexander hislop

[@KJAlways]

@@douglas_fir That is a painful thing to think about. Juneteenth is another reminder of this truth you speak of.

[@gabrielarmsted8020]

I have been into the Orishas for 9 years. I have not yet found a community but I am enjoying the journey and letting the Orishas use me.

[@AyakMajok-l9m]

I know it’s not the same, but how about online communities?

[@gabrielarmsted8020]

@user-jd5my1nj4y I wrote this 2 years ago. At this point of my journey, I am ok with being a spiritualist without a community. I am deeply into Hoodoo, the Orishas, the Loa, and now Kemetic spirituality. I don't need initiation or an established community.

[@AyakMajok-l9m]

@@gabrielarmsted8020 wow awesome, good for you. Thanks for replying.

[@chelle6185]

These practices are spirituality, not religion to me. That's why it resonates with me so much!

[@nennygisaacs8762]

Blessings and good afternoon, I wanted to ask if you can please pray for my GODSON Amar, who's in the ICU right now with covid 19 and he's only 1 month , it's already affecting his kidney and his liver, His mom is asking everyone that she knows to pray for this little angel, it would mean everything to us. Thank you very much

[@BLACKSHAMPU]

It is done Ase

[@elemi555]

Ashe! I will pray for him. Light and upliftment. Let him breath on 4 eggs and put them in his hospital room with cascarria on it. 🙏🏽

[@nennygisaacs8762]

@@BLACKSHAMPU thank you♥️

[@sunofshangoihate45thihated85]

I’ll pray he recovers

[@sunofshangoihate45thihated85]

Faith is everything remember you got the power to manifest whatever you want in the physical plain. Call on EshuElegba to open the door to healing, he’s the deity who turns wrong into right/right into wrong. Osain is the deity that govern herbs but I don’t have a personal connection with him yet

[@deshimamoye7152]

I am being led and I been a Christian since a childhood but never really believed in my heart in religion. Always been in connection with my African culture

[@Whitegoldminer]

I am just beginning my journey into African spirituality from being a staunch christian. This has been the most enlightening lesson i have had. Thanks mama❤

[@Shortcake918]

Ifa has changed my life! And I’m an aleyo still

[@shanikaneal6038]

I love how you break everything down to simple terms so one can understand when trying to find the path for them on this journey ❤️

[@YeyeoBotanica]

Thanks, Shanika!

[@doubled3962]

I found out through DNA 🧬 that I am North African, and I have always been drawn to this, I always wanted to learn, I’m glad I found your channel and store ❤🦋✨

[@tonimarie9985]

Why because I love the Earth. And I question religion. My grandmother was Catholic but said chose your religion you are great with prayer. I found out that her and her mother practice something different in the basement. I learned herbal medicine. Lol no medical at the time. I helped a few conceive. I don't know how to rid of things and see things. It came natural. I have always prayed to my elders and water and made alters when little. I struggle to find my spiritual peace. I'm a loner with my praying well except my girls. So now I just pray at home. Oh I am of African, Irish, Souix Trib descendant. Many blessing and thank you. Glad this came into my feed. 🌞

[@SugarTrapTarot]

I feel really drawn to African spirituality. Since I was younger I always knew I have a connection with the spirit world. My first time doing a spell I was about 7 or 8 around the same time there was a spirit of a man who spoke to me. There were no men in the house and he said my name VERY CLEARLY!!! I consider myself Christian but for some reason I am always drawn back to spirituality but question if it’s right or wrong because I was raised somewhat Christian. I really need some advice from someone who knows about it. I always feel so torn. I do some practices but only like burning Palo Santo n incense and meditation but I have ALWAYS wanted to dig deeper and figure out why I have this constant emotion and yearning towards spirituality and an emptiness. I also don’t know anyone who practices. I also am a dreamer and get ALOT of messages from dreams always have since childhood

[@Luxey__X]

Same here!! So torn 🙁

[@P.adeyemi]

Same here.... so torn!

[@laflaca80]

Hey hun. I was as well somewhat raised catholic, and there was a time that my mom and I did not speak. For the same reason that i practice Witch craft, but also my Saint is Changó (Shango). But it is easier to do so for me, since we live in different countries. So, about you feeling torn, or as if something is calling you to do practice. Then listen to that voice, I can assure you, you will not go to hell, nor be wicked, or punish by God/The Universe. You must first clear your head out of the fear, of the am i going to hell, or things like that. Trust me, the reason it was difficult for me to connect when I was in my 20's was because I was scared and shut it down. Trust the God/ The Universe blesses us to be "weird", but we must have to pay attention to the insticts, the gut feeling, etc... you will be able to tell the differences, the more you trust your feeling. About where to go, or how to start, i had always google Spiritual Stores, and i allow my instict to guide me, if it will be ok to join that group. I hope this helps somewhat. Your Guides will take you to the right people 😄.

[@marymadalenem2351]

Many Blessings, there are many ways to God. And you are a Spiritual Being. You don't have to give up anything. Being Christian and spiritual are supposed to be Spiritual. Christian means to walk with Christ consciousness. Jesus is not the only master that has been here. There are many forms of spirituality, it doesn't mean you throughout any part of your spiritual journey. I have studied many form of spirituality and at times call on those that come forward. A lot of rituals flow thru, one to another. Take the candle. It is used in a lot of spiritual traditions. Incense, also. ringing bells. Remember we are one, and you can have many tools in your spiritual arsenal. It is your journey in, where you are guided or want to follow. I hope that this comment will help ease your mind, but always follow your own spirit without hesitation. Many Blessings of LOve & Light, Namaste, Amen, Aho!

[@SugarTrapTarot]

@@marymadalenem2351 ase sister! I appreciate your comment!❤️🙏🏾

[@sincerelyjackie579]

Sometimes family members and friends will not accept. Still go and live in your truth.

[@altagraciajones9147]

As always...precise and to the point. Full of tons of information. I love it!

[@YeyeoBotanica]

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[@DanielJeffcoat-tt8wn]

I love African secred Science, because I like to live my life in accord with nature or natural law, and it the oldest spiritual systems, before the so-called major religions, I have interest in the African spiritual systems.

[@KingaKucyk]

This is soooo beautiful 💚 As You said, there is never "one" way. Greetings from Daoist witch from Poland, beautiful lady 💚😊😍

[@royalvibez6879]

Ashe', I hope when this is all over( Covid) to come visit your Botanica.

[@JustJami74]

Hi Elemi. Thank you for your informative vides. I recently had a spirit guide reading that instructed me to look into the practices of my ancestors. This has led me down a rabbit hole of Orisha worship videos and other related topics. Your energy, personality and ease in articulating your knowledge has made your channel one of my favorites. Ase'

[@decodelifebefore7307]

I had to comment because this is an excellent video! I like to do my research and ask questions before I join any group or do anything. You were on point with everything that you shared in this video. I went to the store for the first time a few months ago when I was in Jersey and will go again when I go back to visit. One love!

[@M.K.B.1133]

That was Absolutley fantastic ! How awesome of you to take the time to educate and guide us. We must all remember that the word “ Unity” is the main part of “Community”!! Blessings!

[@YeyeoBotanica]

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[@C.B.-th3vz]

Thank you Thank you Thank you! This information has helped me tremendously to get more clear!

[@AuthorEmpress]

Blessings, Maybe I missed it in the video but my problem is finding an elder to mentor me on this journey. I am an introvert and would like a very small group to work with; like two or three, lol. Seriously, I would need a small group. I am in New York City. I have been scammed before I knew that initiation was a process. I always honored my ancestors by lighting candles and house cleaning, etc but as far as in-depth with learning about the deities I was clueless. I thought you just chose the Orisha you were drawn to and honor them. Unfortunately, it wasn't until I confided in a friend that a man gave me a reading and said my head Orisha was...and she said it doesn't go like that. Anyway, I'm looking for a mentor so if anyone knows of a trustworthy elder in NYC, kindly comment. Thank you.

[@mercedes.de.losangeles]

I love this question. My grandmother was Lukumí in Cuba and I have always felt a connection to the religion, but I am also an introvert and fairly independent so I never thought it was even possible to get involved because I assumed it was always in a large and very social community. I'm a good student, so having a teacher is not the issue, it's just more liking doing things more intimately or on my own. I hope she answers your question. I'd like to know how to go about finding the right teacher for someone like us. I'm from Los Angeles.

[@3rdeyeblaque]

Peace Queen ✌🏾 you're not alone. I'm in the greater NYC area too and am in a similar boat. I'm very much about honoring tradition and old school, so i would really love to work under an elder to learn hands-on, on person, practical teachings in my craft, which at the moment is just Hoodoo. I've learned ALOT. I've started from the ground up. Ancestral veneration is a daily factor of my life - a lifestyle not a habit. I attend workshops when they're offered (i enjoy Yeyeo's if you're interested in hopping on the trains), I've studied various black produced literature, joined 1 online group, and all of that is great it really is i just really wish i had an elder teacher(s) to learn from. All of my elders have transitioned except 1 with Alzheimer's. Granted I've discovered gifts i share from my ancestors but if course they can't teach in the flesh. So anyways, i feel you love. You're not alone. There are many of us out there

[@alphacharm]

Love your videos! Sending love and light! 💛🌞✨✨✨ Thank you.

[@yvettesantiago6300]

Gracias this was very helpful in figuring out my next steps into the next spiritual chapter of my life, I really needed this, I've strayed far from the Santos into dark places for far too long. I'm alone and afraid with no real purpose, at one point I fell into a pity pot. I just needed someone to point out where to start over thru the orishas and help me find that stepping stone that will lead me to the Casa de Santo. Ashe

[@rubyshmurda6140]

your a great ambassador for Ifa!

[@migroup3612]

I didn't Choose my spiritual journey. My Journey chose me. I have learned it is to my benefit to just trust and be loyal to my journey.

[@dannyfire2582]

Everyone stole from MOTHER ETHIOPIA, so not to disrespect other religions, but, the African religion is where everything started from, and ALL religions deal with colors, and energies and is not recognized, but, THIS religion explains most if not ALL the reasons for these practices, beautiful, just beautiful

[@yoannahstarot7003]

Wooooow at 2:34 - 2:36 spirit repeats the word " HOW" amazing take a listine. Love you elemi! 😘😘😍😍🍑🍑🙏🏻🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼👋😈😇😱😱😯😯😘😊😊👍👍👍

[@liagomez2410]

I heard it too!! 😁

[@carterchronicles3752]

Wow!!!

[@josiecat8080]

Such a coincidence seeing this on my feed!! I was JUST thinking about African religion, curious. Such beautiful people. Appreciate this!

[@divinelyprotected6508]

Hoping to make it to NY to get a reading done...I hope to meet you one day to learn more the orishas have been calling out to me and protecting me for a very long time now...I believe I'm a child of eshu as well as a child of 2 waters with yemaya and oshun as spiritual mothers over me...my bloodline is afro/latino with small traces of european ancestry as well...mainly that of the yoruba tribe but also bantu and zulu...but I'm extremely drawn to ifa and orishas🤗 Spirit has been telling me I'm a college student that's very close to graduation but theres still much more for me to learn but it's been extremely humbling thus far and I'm learning things and being shown things I never thought I'd see🤓

[@naydamalave6193]

Wow I love your video cuz everything you're saying is so true God bless you for another video

[@oluolatunde342]

You're such an amazing Iya! You dished out very good information! Olódùmarè will bless you, Àṣẹ!

[@elemi555]

Ase thank you.🙏🏽

[@princemaahes4298]

Blessings Morher... I had a dream of a woman wearing a Dress similar in color and pattern to your head wrap.. Is there an Orisha or guide who’s associated with those colors?? BTW I love the info you share, I’m a big follower...✌🏾

[@phyllisblanford4901]

I love watching and learning from ypour videos! You're an awesome teacher the message is always very clear....thank you for all that you do for the community. Thank you for showing us the way.

[@YeyeoBotanica]

Thanks, Phyllis! If you liked this video, please share it with a friend and spread the word!

[@urielzahriel-official-4942]

Absolutely Awesome Video; for me it’s definitely My DNA 🧬 and My Family.

[@OneLuvSpirit]

The best thing is having a full understanding of the educational knowledge to our connections that our naturally a part of us.

[@AncestryNerd]

Great questions to ask when trying to join an ethnic or minority group or culture. Research research research. I'm often shocked at how much money people are willing to pay for stuff that's free at the library or on KZbin. Joining a religion is work. Thank you for creating wonderful content here on KZbin for us all to enjoy

[@enlightenmeplease5182]

Wish I would’ve came upon this video 3+yrs ago and money spent and were taken advantage of by my god pArents unfortunately..but I’m still on my spiritual journey and will continue...God will send me a mentor soon!! Ase’ peace And blessings thank you 🙏🏾🥰

[@TheAto2000]

Thanks. I have always been told that this is not a lifestyle that is forced on people , even from young(as surprising to me as that is).That's interesting to see that the life has so many options.

[@BLACKSHAMPU]

Thank you.. I am so blessed to have found your page💯 Ase

[@YeyeoBotanica]

We're blessed with your support. Thank you for watching!

[@allstarkell]

amazing vid, you really helped my perspective of spirituality and how important it is im blessed i came across you. 🖤💚

[@SeanYoga]

I’m loving this lady and I’m instantly a huge fan, I even adopted a cat named Oshún!

[@valeriejohnson2492]

Much appreciation for all that you do. I am so grateful to have found you on KZbin. Hope to make it to the store one day from Washington, DC. - Akua Oparebea

[@YeyeoBotanica]

V. Johnson Hi, Akua. We’d be happy to have you visit the botanica! Let us know that you found us via KZbin!

[@adrianavalos4861]

Great 👍🏼 info!!! Keep the videos coming.

[@YeyeoBotanica]

Thanks, Adrian. Remember to like and share with a friend!

[@sandraguadalupe840]

Hi Elemi Ashe viewed this video put me in a thinking mode of interest towards my "why-how & who when it comes to my priorities & decisions which Im most definitely putting in order thank you for this video. Ashe!!.

[@victoria7226]

I did visit Africa quite a lot.I was always drawn to the sea and graveyards as a 4 years old ..I always got shells ..people gave me sea related items. I got a statue of Yemaya years ago and she never left

[@texasflower1212]

Excellent video...one of your best!

[@Yellowfeather1913]

Lovely video

[@c.brackens9918]

Thank you, we really need this.💞

[@757fly]

Thank you So much for this information ‼️❤️❤️

[@sonofaquarius3317]

You are such a delight to listen to. Thanks for your work

[@deidreritter1165]

THANK YOU! I’m coming to the store! This video was exactly what I needed

[@healthycreativity]

Thank you

[@carlyjj09]

People need to understand when you receive Kofa you receive orishas that you need to care for and service... it's a life long commitment!

[@josie_posie809]

This was soooooooo good. So good. Lots to think about and certainly in divine timing for me.

[@levipalima4711]

Great knowledge... Thank you.!

[@LL-ct6rp]

Can you be our Mentor or teacher from Zoom. If we live out of state. I would love to be under your teachings🌼

[@veroniquebond3956]

I literally was thinking about this earlier today. Where do I start with studying and building a practice? I live in Jersey City. I'll have to come out to your shop soon. Blessings.

[@shecutshereyes4614]

Thank you so much!!! This video helped more than anything, I have ever heard. Blessings to you. I wish that I was closer.

[@sandraguadalupe840]

I am very much interested in continuing to view your video cause I dont stay confuse in how you detail any topic your speaking about. Greatful in all I been viewing. Ashe

[@marisagomez6096]

I just love your videos!!! Tuning in all the way from California. right when I think I’ve viewed all your uploads 🥰 videos pop up in my recommended videos. Have you done videos on Shango? I’d love to see a tutorial on chamalongos. You rock!!!

[@Divineunlimitedenergy]

Thank you...... lots of good information 🙂

[@Amkias2001]

Beautiful and Helpful Information. Thank you!

[@mdeborah827]

Thank you, I've learned much from you as my life is really odd. Your site offered solutions and potential breakthrough. Again thank you so much. 🌹🌼⚘💙💛

[@YeyeoBotanica]

Happy to help! Remember to like and share us with others!

[@tonejohnson2055]

@@YeyeoBotanica I'm having trouble finding a community can you help me

[@thejoegallery7323]

much appreciated

[@BayanoSunIzem]

Love this vid

[@ishmaeldeleon571]

Greetings Iya. Thank you. Love and Blessings

[@susanpope2330]

I love your knowledge

[@nerys723]

The long beads necklace is very beautiful. Is there a video about the meanings of the beaded jewelry? Thanks.

[@latyshaorange446]

Ty 🙏

[@claraclown8036]

Love your vids! New sub :)

[@marymadalenem2351]

Thank you so much! You are a Blessing and a beautiful soul.

[@empressgad]

Like every other ethnicity who have their image of source...us African descendants should have ours as well...just for us...Asé

[@marymadalenem2351]

Hello and Many Blessings for you! As a Spiritual Being there is no separation. There are many ways to God/ Creator. When one looks into the soul of another we can see the light or darkness. It is our souls that are here nothing else. Separation is an illusion. From my understanding;first, we come from the creator. Secondly, I heard where we all come from, African descendants. And thirdly ; if an African Master shows up to me as a guide? All Masters teach us to love one another, share the Love. No one in this Universe owns anything. Be proud that you can teach others that are willing to learn. Many Blessing for you of LOve & Light

[@jeanniegonzalez3045]

I love your advice!

[@ReneeDelmonte8]

Thank you .

[@KaikalaMoon]

Thank you Emeli. That was informative.

[@puddin12dt]

Thank you for the info!

[@kimjay425]

Thanks for making this video 😊😊😊

[@claudineguerrier9758]

Short and precise

[@jessiy3mayacita]

On point info for aleyos👌🏼🙏🏼 ....ashé

[@jinnitadjinn2577]

You are truly inspirational thank you ❤🙏🕯

[@yerobey197]

Aboru aboye..Ekaaro..I respect all under the umbrella of IFA, but I haven't heard you mention isese..why is that

[@ninaowens3428]

I love you . You are wonderful i learn alot from your video. Just want to say thank you hope to see more of your videos

[@maferefunlaocha8802]

Your videos are amazing!

[@laydpoet]

Thank you, this video has helped with some questions I have had. Asé

[@itishahabersham1621]

I’m very curious about spirituality, willing to learn. But I do feel that I need a mentor, how do I go about having one?

[@MalisCorner]

loved this

[@evep692]

Anything like this I the uk ? I’m looking for a community🎉

[@jeanniegonzalez3045]

Love

[@dezmonddawson1461]

🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@nokufikagracekhanye8255]

Evening I would like to join pls

[@BirdieOrchid]

A friend recommended this channel to me a couple of months ago and I've been watching different videos. I like what you do and how you do it. The Yoruba culture is in my dna (born African American)and I need help understanding what I've been going through, etc. Soon I will book an hour with you because I truly think you can help me to understand and with certain processes. E' seun Elemi

[@YeyeoBotanica]

Thank you for your encouragement! We look forward to hearing from you!

[@BirdieOrchid]

@@YeyeoBotanica You're very welcome

[@chekyism]

What if I started on my own to practice ifa and now I don't know what I'm doing and there's no elders locally, can I end the practice respectfully in order to not disrespect the orishas?

[@brianmohammed3572]

I was introduced to the Ifa by a mentor from Cuba and I was prepared for initiation but however my mentor cannot be contacted.i still wish to undergo this line of initiation

[@eastersmith1248]

I will like to know more about it, I have questions

[@anjaniefarrell7610]

Blessings I am new to this practice and loving it but I need a mentor to help me get more information I am hoping that I will get some information on this program.Thank you

[@YeyeoBotanica]

Hi, Anjanie. Visit our website at www.yeyeo.com and subscribe to our newsletter to get info on upcoming classes and workshops.

[@DELACREMEDELAthegod]

You are beautiful 🖤

[@elemi555]

Thank you.🙌🏽

[@chadaneharris1388]

Hello I'm from Jamaica and I am really curious with this religion I would like to know about my ancestral religion if that is possible.