International Institute of Afrikan Studies & Knowledge, Inc.
Yeyefini Efunbolade, Director
Classes and lectures coming this fall/winter 2009 on Blog Talk Radio
September 3, 2009 – Bridging the Gap Between Christianity and Indigenous African Beliefs
Christians and practioners of African Spirituality agree that there is only one God. Both believe that spirituality is a way of life not just something we do on the Sabbath. This class will cover the similarities between both practices and dispel the myths about many of the perceived differences.
September 17, 2009 – The 52 Day Life Cycle
This workshop will cover the importance of life cycles, and how these rhythmic impulses empower us to balance the “ups” and “downs” of our daily lives and much more.
October 1, 2009 – The 12 Tests of Life
At different stages in our lives we experience challenges, tests and accomplishments. Each one of these stages prepares us to be successful in the next. This class will give you the tools and information to embrace the 12 tests of your life from birth to life.
October 15, 2009 – Journaling as a Tool for Spiritual Growth
This class will cover all aspects of journaling as a tool for spiritual growth and enlightenment by examining journal entries and using the information to determine practical real life applications.
October 29, 2009 – Incarnation Objective
The class will give explanation from an African spiritual perspective about the belief that everyone is born with a divine purpose. Through passion and the assistance of divination we can recognize our divine purpose and live it.
November 12, 2009 – Genealogy, More than Just Names and Dates
Discover the power of tracing your family line. Tap into your family’s spiritual legacy and be more empowered to follow your destiny.
November 26, 2009 – Introduction to African Spirituality
Introduction to understanding spirituality from a traditional African conceptual basis.
December 10, 2009 – What is Orisha? Ifa/Yoruba Cosmology
An introduction to the understanding of who we are as human beings, who and what God is, and the plan used to guide individuals to their true destinies here on earth.
December 24, 2009 – Introduction to Ritual & Ceremony
Introductory course on the power and use of healing practices and ceremonies for personal development and community healing.
These additional classes will also be available:
Introduction to Ancestor Reverence
Introduction to the power of your ancestors, personal guides, angels, and the value of communicating with them.
Introduction to Coconut (Obi) Divination
Learn to us coconut shell divination as a tool for gaining insight by communicating with your spirit guides.
Introduction to Meditation
Introduction to the practice of raising one’s consciousness for the purpose of achieving self-mastery.
Introduction to Spiritual Cosmologies
An introduction to the understanding of who we are as human beings, who and what God is, and the plan used to guide individuals to their true destinies here on earth.
Advances Studies
- Sacred beads and Orisha shrines
- Relationship with Godparents
- Is God in you?
- Sacred Stones and beads
- Relationship with Godparents
- Priesthood Ordination Training
- Herbology and Divination
- The Role of Priest in Indigenous Cultures
Suggested Reading list
The Handbook of Yoruba Religious Concepts by Baba Ifa Karade
Of Water and The Spirit by Malidoma Patrice Some
The Sociology of the Yoruba by N.A. Fadipe
Four New World Rituals by John Mason
Metu Neter Vol. I by Ra Un Nefer Amen
