Òpá Òòṣùn | In Lucumí (Santería) & Ìṣẹ̀ṣe | The Difference

Podcast: The Light of Ifá with Prof. Olusegun Daramola

In this insightful episode of The Light of Ifá: Prof. Olusegun Daramola dives deep into the sacred symbol of Òpá Òòṣùn—the spiritual staff of Òṣùn—as it is understood and revered within both the Lucumí (Santería) tradition and the Yorùbá Ìṣẹ̀ṣe tradition.

What is the Òpá Òòṣùn truly meant to represent? How do these two lineages interpret its use, power, and symbolism differently? Are we losing essence through adaptation, or are we witnessing evolution?

With clarity and cultural sensitivity, Prof. Daramola compares the traditional West African context of Òpá Òòṣùn with its transformation in the diaspora—highlighting where they align, where they diverge, and why it matters for practitioners today.

This episode is essential for students, practitioners, and spiritual seekers who want to reconnect with the root and restore understanding. Through Ifá-centered wisdom, history, and experience, you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for the spiritual technology of Òṣùn and the sacred role her staff plays in both realms.

Tune in now and join this important conversation bridging lineage, culture, and consciousness.