Ifá Divination, Knowledge, Power, and Performance

This landmark volume compiled by Jacob K. Olupona and Rowland O. Abiodun brings readers into the diverse world of If�-its discourse, ways of thinking, and artistic expression as manifested throughout the Afro-Atlantic. Firmly rooting If� within African religious traditions, the essays consider If� and If� divination from the perspectives of philosophy, performance studies, and cultural studies. They also examine the sacred context, verbal art, and the interpretation of If� texts and philosophy. With essays from the most respected scholars in the field, the book makes a substantial contribution toward understanding If� and its role in contemporary Yoruba and diaspora cultures.