The Yorùbá Calendar (KOJODA) || Thank you Remi Niyi-Alaran.

Welcome to "The Light Of Ifá," your gateway to spiritual enlightenment. In this episode, we embark on a profound journey into the age-old wisdom and traditions of the Yoruba calendar, a fascinating system that dates back over 10,000 years. Join us as we delve into the origins of the Yoruba calendar, which traditionally starts in the year 8042 BCE. We'll explore how this ancient calendar was established based on historical and cultural records, with insights from scholars like Remi Niyi Alaran. Discover the rich cultural and historical significance behind the Yoruba people's way of marking time and how it reflects their deep-rooted traditions and worldview. In this episode, we will: - Uncover the historical background and the starting point of the Yoruba calendar. - Discuss the methodology used by scholars to calculate the current year in the Yoruba calendar, leading to the year 10,066 in 2024. - Highlight the cultural importance and implications of the Yoruba calendar in contemporary society. - Reflect on the spiritual and communal significance of maintaining and celebrating such an ancient system of timekeeping. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how the Yoruba people have preserved their history and culture through their unique calendar system. This episode is a testament to the resilience and richness of Yoruba heritage, and a celebration of the wisdom passed down through generations. Join us on this illuminating odyssey, where the radiant Light Of Ifá will lead you on a path of self-discovery, spiritual ascension, and enlightenment. Don't miss this exploration into one of the oldest and most intriguing calendar systems in human history.