How to calculate your birth Odu? Learn more about this oracle!

Created by orunmilá-ifá, the Odus are deities linked to the Orixás, responsible for the predestination of men in this dimension. Of Yoruba origin, the word means destiny. The Odus’ mission is to govern the paths of men, performing the functions of nature and releasing energy for protection.

Odus can be positive or negative, ensuring Universal balance. It is worth remembering that, in religions of African origin, positive and negative do not mean good or bad, but two forces of the Universe that walk in opposite directions.

In this article, find out everything about your birth Odu from a simple calculation. See also what is stored in your destiny and how to use the strength of these entities to bring peace, health and prosperity. Good reading!

Interpreted and confirmed through the shells (Merindilogum), the Odus form the Oracle of Ifá, where human experiences in this dimension are designed. Altogether, there are 16 master or main Odus, each represented by a conch shell and being able to generate more than 256 interpretations. Keep reading to find out more!

Of Yoruba and Nagô origin, the Odus belong to Ifá, the divinatory system of religions of African origin, and were officially recognized in West Africa around the 1700s. Despite being as old as humanity, knowledge about the Odus and their Ifá depend on the babalawo’s interpretation.

Birth odus act like a horoscope, but unlike the zodiac, they are governed and influenced by deities. If studied, they can help in self-knowledge and influence some important decisions. The system respects some rules, such as, for example, the characteristics of the Orixá to which it is connected.

For those who are adept at religions of African origin, the fundamentals are the basis that governs any ritual, from lighting a candle to throwing whelks. The fundamentals are the values ​​that guide the rites of the Africanist religion. In the case of the Odus, the foundations guide the system of this zodiac, representations of Orixás.

Thus, Odu interpretations must follow certain rules. For example, Odu can only be interpreted by babalaô or yaô, with developed mediumship, treated vision and deep knowledge of the oracle, in addition to knowing how to listen to intuition, essential in the interpretation of the whelks.

Did you know that, in 2005, UNESCO recognized Ifá as Intangible Heritage of Humanity? Although very old, only now Ifá has received international recognition as an organized system of deities of religions of African origin.

Ifá is more than a divinatory system, it involves mathematics, literature, visual arts and philosophy. He understands the interpretations of destiny and life, from 16 Odus. It is in the game of whelks that the Odus manifest themselves, presenting alternative conducts and attitudes that promise to help the querent find his destiny or avoid some obstacles that appear on the way.

To calculate your birth Odu, it is important to take into account some rules. For example, this sum can never exceed 16. Want to know why? Find out below in this article!

Despite leading to 256 different interpretations, depending on the different conjugations between the 16 Odus represented by the cowrie shells or seeds, depending on the “side”, the sum of the numbers is simple. Just add each of the digits of the day, month and year of your birth.

See this example: If your date of birth is March 12, 1964, then the sum would look like this: 1 + 2 + 0 + 3 + 1 + 9 + 6 + 4 = 26.

As the sum cannot exceed the number 16, then, it is necessary to add it again. The sum would be: 2 + 6 = 8. Thus, the result would be Odu number 8.

First Odu of the Oracle of Ifá, Okanran is represented in the Merindilogun by an open shell and 15 closed shells (adding up to 16). He is a female Odu, represented by Ibeyjes, and is considered the Odu of movement, noise, turmoil and uproar. Considered dangerous, Okanran responds to the North – Northeast cardinal point and governs the larynx, tongue, neck and vocal chords. Check out more below!

Exu is the Orisha that governs Odu 1. Ibeyji, Osunmare, Omolu and Egun also answer for him. Legend has it that human speech was introduced by this Odu, as well as all existing languages.

When Okanran performs in the game, the babalaô or yaô must order a small quart with water on the street. If the regency is from Okanran Meji, a ritual is recommended to soften the consultant’s personality.

Composed of the elements earth over air, Okanran is the first Odu of the Yoruba Oracle linked to the element of fire. Their colors are black, red and blue. Gifts to Okanran must be delivered to high places.

Okanran also accepts offerings at open crossroads. If you meet these requirements on the left side of a cemetery, in a shopping center, hospital or even a square, the offer will be enhanced.

People under the influence of Okanran are generally intelligent, versatile and passionate. They have enormous potential for magic and great luck in business and relationships. As it is Exu who commands this Odu, the natives of Okanran are very suspicious. They are creative, persistent and have a great memory.

Like everything in the Universe, this Odu has its positive side and its negative side. When in Ire (candomblé initiation, with head shaving), it can indicate religious vocation, sexuality and virility, progress and sudden enrichment. When in Osogbo (negative and to maintain balance), it can indicate religious fanaticism, theft, imprisonment and total ruin.

Two shells opened by nature and 14 closed: this is how Odu Ejiokô is represented in Merindilogun, responding to Ibeji and Oxalufan. However, who commands is Oxalá, protector of children (Ibejis). It corresponds to the cardinal point West – Northwest. Learn all about him below!

Ruled by Ibeji and Obá, Ejiokô, by order of Ofun Meji, created the earth and the mountains. They answer for Odu 2: Omolú, Ogun, Xangô, Obatalá, Oduduwa, Ossain and Ibeyji (twin orixás).

When Ejiokô appears in the first fall of the game, he means mediumship and an inclination towards the occult sciences. In other falls, it means pregnancy or indecision.

Ejiokô responds to all nuances of red and black, especially in tones with transparency and luminosity. This Odu also accepts prints in red and black. Its tree is the cedar, and its animal is the tiger.

This Odu is linked to the element of air, despite being composed of the element of earth over air with a predominance of earth. Your offerings must be made in the woods, near a clean creek.

Odu 2 natives are cheerful and good-hearted people. As a positive aspect, there is a tendency for unexpected happiness, great triumphs and good personal and professional partnerships. Your mission is evolution.

On the negative aspects, those born under Ejiokô’s regency suffer from life delay, big eyes, envy, separation, frigidity for women and impotence for men. They are quite susceptible to spells and witchcraft.

Known as the Odu of obstinacy, Etáogundá responds to Ogun and is represented by 3 open and 13 closed shells. In this Odu, the seven tools of Ogun were created, which are the hammer, the sickle, the sword, the torques or anvil, the machete, the shovel and the pickaxe. Check out more below!

Despite being governed by Obaluaiê, under the sword of Ogun, those who answer for Etáogundá in the game of whelks are Ogun, Xangô, Obatalá, Oxossi, Ibeyjis, Babá Oke, Elegbara and Egum. This Odu symbolizes winning situations.

It was under the care of Etáogundá and under the command of Xangô that Obaluaiê acquired the gift of divination, becoming King of Akará. Incidentally, Akará, in Yoruba, means ball of fire, Xangô’s favorite food and which gave rise to acarajé.

Blue or dark green are the colors that represent the third Odu of the Oracle of Ifá. Composed with fire element over air, its essential element is earth. Its herbs are peregun and myrrh, which have aphrodisiac properties.

Your gifts must be in the shape of a triangle and always offered in clean woods and at the top. If you want your protection, you can magnetize your stone, which is the sapphire.

Being one of the most respected Orixás and owner of Odu 3, Ogun is the lord of war and owner of the paths. Ogum’s children are persistent and hardworking, obstinate with their own destiny.

With a fair heart and an objective mind, those governed are courageous and usually have great production and achievement capacity. However, when in Osogbo (negative), you may face betrayals, conflicts and family quarrels.

Male and corresponding to the northeast cardinal point, Irosum is the Odu of calm. In Merindilogun, following the logic of the Oracle of Ifá, Irosun is represented by four open and 12 closed shells. In the first fall, he responds to Omulu, Yemanja and Egun and shows spiritual leadership. Follow for more details!

Who governs Irosun is Yemanja, with the influence of Yansã, Oxossi and Egun. According to African mythology, Irosun created all the tombs and catacombs on earth and owns all holes. Hence his connection with Omulu and Egun.

Its archetype is represented by two concentric circles that represent the DO (hole). In the game, those who answer for the fourth Odu of the Oracle of Ifá are Oyá, Oxossi, Obaluaê, Ossanhe, Yemanjá, Xangô and Egun.

Those born under the rule of Odu 4 are prohibited from wearing red clothes, shoes, accessories or any other object. That’s because Irosun’s colors are precisely red and orange, and reserving these tones for Odu as a sign of respect is common in African religions.

Composed of the element fire over earth, with a predominance of fire, Irosun means scarcity. But it’s worth remembering the strong connection of this Odu with Oxum through menstrual blood.

With a priestly inclination, those governed by Irosun have great wisdom about the mysteries of life and the occult. Its positive side indicates great victories, success, a bright future and success in…