Divination plays a crucial role in the ancient Yor�b‡ traditional religion of If‡ÕOrisa. It is through casting the Oracle that non-initiates and priests alike can determine the wishes of their Ori, the Ancestors and the Orisa. One may also determine whether the prayers and offerings presented to the divine forces are both heard and accepted. Finally, casting the Oracle allows the devotee to have a direct communication with the forces they serve, opening a way for a one-on-one dialog with divinity.
This book gives the student the knowledge necessary to go beyond simple yes/no answers to basic questions. The details are provided with expanded views of the energies at play within their reality at any given time. While this book does not provide as much information as Odœ, it is able to increase the student's understanding and provide augmented levels of information.