Orunmila

Orunmila (also spelled Orunmila or Orunmila) is a central deity in the Yoruba religion, a spiritual tradition originating from the Yoruba people of West Africa. Orunmila is often revered as the deity of wisdom, knowledge, and divination, and is considered the patron of the Ifá divine system, a complex system of divination and spiritual guidance. In the Yoruba language, the name Orunmila translates to "The Santería of Heaven" or "The Heavenly One." In Hebrew, this can be roughly translated as סַנְטֶרִיָּה שֶׁל הַשָּׁמַיִם or הַשָּׁמַיִי. In Spanish, Orunmila is sometimes referred to as Orula, reflecting the syncretic traditions found in the diaspora, particularly in Cuba and other parts of Latin America. Orunmila is believed to have been a mortal who achieved divine status through his profound wisdom and mastery of Ifá. As a result, he is often depicted as a sage or elder who provides guidance and insight to those who seek his counsel. The worship of Orunmila is integral to the Ifá tradition, which involves the use of sacred palm nuts or a divination chain to communicate with the orishas (deities) and receive divine messages.