Afa Ugiri (Akpukpala) Divination
Welcome to the Afa Ugili Divination Category of Faculty of Divination.
This section covers various techniques and language used in Afa Ugili Divination, to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of this ancient method. Find the Table of Contents for this category, along with summaries for each topic below.
Table of Contents + Summaries
The Basics of Afa Akpukpala Mystic Matrix-System of Divination & Oraculation
Summary: Afa Akpukpala, also known as Afa Ugili, is an ancient and intricate Igbo divination system, one that interrogates astronomical consciousness, and seeks answers, guidance, and revelations through a deeply mystical yet structured technique.It is a technique used by the Dibia Afa to derive hidden truths, diagnose spiritual issues, and provide guidance. This post breaks down the basic of this intricate system in a way that's both insightful and easy to grasp.
16 Afa “Aka” Combinations With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Aka”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
Aka Ose as Akasa (Akashic Records)
Summary: The Akasa (Akashic) Records are a vast, non-physical archive of every soul’s journey—past, present, and even future possibilities. Rooted in ancient spiritual philosophy and accessed or understood in Odinani through Aja Ani, the Records are believed to exist within the subtle energy field of Aka Ose—Akasa (Akasha), the essence of all creation. This teaching explores the origins, meaning, and modern interpretations of the Akasa Records, along with practical ways people access them today through meditation and intuitive practice.
Summary: Uga Azi, known in Afa as Aka Aghali, the age of wild animal-like behaviour, is a time when human beings fall into patterns of instinct, ignorance, and spiritual disconnection. Marked by anger, selfishness, and ritual without depth, it reflects a state of being where people act more like wild animals than awakened souls. This teaching explores the meaning of Uga Azi and how recognizing its signs can guide us back to true spiritual consciousness.
16 Afa “Akwu” Combinations With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Akwu”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
Akwu Ose as the Primordial Spiritual Essence of Women
Summary: In Igbo mysticism, Akwu Ose represents a woman’s deepest spiritual essence, where stillness meets divine potency. It is from this sacred center that women naturally manifest creativity, insight, and transformative power. This teaching explores how modern narratives have limited this vast potential to fertility, and how reclaiming Akwu Ose allows women to reconnect with their true strength, purpose, and the feminine force that fuels the divine mind itself.
16 Afa “Agali (Aghali)” Combinations With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Aghali”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Atulukpa” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Atulukpa”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ete” Combinations With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ete”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ijite (Ogute)” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ogute”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Obala” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Obara”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ora” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ora”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Okara” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Okara”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ose” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ose”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
Ose Aka vs. Ose Ora: Distinguishing the Two Spiritual Eyes in Afa Mysticism
Summary: In Afa Akpukpala mystic matrix-system, not all spiritual vision is the same. Ose Aka is the divine eye that sees spirit in its pure, original form, beyond our dimension. Ose Ora, on the other hand, is the eye of Universal Consciousness, used to perceive divine guidance and spiritual truth within our world. This teaching explores the difference between these two sacred eyes, and how each reveals a unique aspect of the unseen.
Ose Ululu as Ordinary Eyes in Afa
Summary: In Afa and Igbo mysticism, not all seeing is true vision. 'Ose Ululu', which refers to the ordinary eye, helps us navigate the physical world, but it cannot perceive the spiritual forces shaping our lives. This teaching from the wisdom of Afa explores the limits of physical sight and the importance of developing inner vision to understand the unseen truths that guide destiny and purpose.
16 Afa “Obi” Terminologies With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Obi”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Odii” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Odi”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ofu” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ofu”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ogheli” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ogheli”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Otule” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Otule”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
16 Afa “Ululu” Terminologies (Combinations) With Their Regular Igbo & English Meanings
Summary: Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that usually differ from everyday (regular) Igbo words. Knowing these Afa terms and their regular Igbo and English equivalents can provide deeper insight into your cultural and spiritual practices as an Odinani practitioner. This post contains Afa terms with “Ululu”, their regular Igbo equivalents, and their English meanings.
A Brief History of Origin of Afa (According to Dibia John Anenechukwu Umeh)
Summary: This is a brief history of the Afa Ugiri/Akpukpala divination system, as narrated by Professor John Anenechukwu Umeh in his book After God is Dibia. This post is Open Access (available to the public).
Obi na Akwu (Motion and Stillness): The Primary Binary Principle of Afa
Summary: In Afa Akpukpala mystic matrix-system of divination, everything begins with a sacred balance: Akwu (stillness) and Obi (motion). These twin forces shape not only the universe but our daily lives. This teaching explores how recognizing this binary rhythm of action and rest, speaking and silence etc can bring us deeper clarity, harmony, and spiritual insight.
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