Culture · Published May 14, 2026
Ẹ káàbọ̀, ọmọ orílẹ̀-èdè Ọba! A ku ọsẹ tuntun! We hope you are having a wonderful week. As we prepare for our next class, here are a few important updates and reminders.
This Week's Focus: Ìjìnlẹ̀ Nípa Ìwà - A Deep Dive into Character, Emotion & Personality
This week, our lesson is titled "Ìjìnlẹ̀ Nípa Ìwà" - A Deep Dive into Character, Emotion & Personality. We will explore the foundational concept of Ìwà (Character) in Yorùbá philosophy. We'll learn the vocabulary for virtues (Ìwà Rere) like Sùúrù (Patience) and Òótọ́ (Truthfulness), and vices (Ìwà Búburú) such as Ìlara (Jealousy) and Ọ̀lẹ (Laziness). This lesson is crucial for understanding the ethical and moral landscape of the Yorùbá worldview and how character shapes our destiny (Orí).
Class starts promptly at 7:30 PM CST.
Important Reminders
1. Register for Unit 4: If you have not yet registered for Unit 4, please do so as soon as possible to ensure you have access to all upcoming materials and recordings.
2. Akose Isoye - The Medicine of Memory: We are still accepting registrations for the Akose Isoye spiritual package, designed to enhance memory and deepen your connection to your studies. This is a powerful tool to support your learning journey.
Bring this into practice
The Yorùbá Language Program pairs live instruction, private lessons, and digital tools so language recovery becomes a repeatable practice rather than a loose intention.