Moon Rituals

Ori & Iwa 

In orisa lifestyle, time is reckoned by the phases of Òṣùpá (Osupa), the moon. Each New Moon signals the beginning of a distinct ritual sequence, which reaches optimal manifestation with the Full Moon, followed by gradual decline. The moon symbol reflects how the intermingling of masculine and feminine forces influences our personalities and moods. Symbolically, the "solar" principle represents the archetypal self, Ori. It is the purpose and Creator of the individual soul. The "lunar" principle governs the agencies necessary to fulfill one's divine purpose. The moon symbolizes Iwa, which is the quality of one's existence. It is emotional intelligence. And, in the same way that the moon reflects the sun, so does iwa reflect ori. And whereas ori is eternal, iwa is in constant flux. 

The monthly moon rituals represent opportunities to take advantage of the phases of the moon in order to enable emotional balance and constructive relationships, as defined in the Holy Odu OwonrinIrosun. The monthly moon rituals help you experience deep emotional balance and patience. These rituals are ideal for optimizing your performance in ANY relationship; personal, professional or spiritual. 

3 hour ceremony, 16 participants maximum. Select from a date below for optimal experience or chose another date that suits your personal calendar. Every phase has of the moon has useful energies. 

SF Bay Area Residents, participate in a Ceremony: ObafemiO@yahoo.com | 510.485.2336

2013 Ritual Calendar

PREMANIFESTATION
Sere/January: The physical body, food, energy, habits
Erele/February: Money, resources, investment
Erénà/March: Correspondence, agreements, completion
MANIFESTATION
Igbe/April: Nature, farm, conference, pleasure
Èbìbí/May: Recreation, entertainment, risk taking
Okudu/June: Jealousy, competition, adversity
ACTIVATION
Agẹmo/July: Partnership, compromise, reputation
Ogun/August: Longevity, worry, quality, conflict
Òwéré/September: Introspection, learning, teaching
SOLIDIFICATION
Ọwara/October: Honor, public recognition, esteem
Bèlu/November: Friends, colleagues, family, societies
Òpé/December: Sacrifice, gratitude, forgiveness

New Moon

11 at 11:44 AM
9 at 11:20 PM
11 at 12:51 PM

10 at 2:36 AM
9 at 5:29 PM
8 at 8:57 AM

8 at 12:15 AM
6 at 2:51 PM
5 at 4:37 AM

4 at 5:35 PM
3 at 4:50 AM
2 at 4:23 PM

Full Moon

26 at 8:39 PM
25 at 12:26 PM
27 at 2:28 AM

25 at 12:58 PM
24 at 9:25 PM
23 at 4:33 AM*

22 at 11:16 AM
20 at 6:45 PM
19 at 4:13 AM

18 at 4:38 PM
17 at 7:16 AM
17 at 1:29 AM