In Afa mystical thought, Ekwensu as Ora Obala is a divine guardian of cosmic order, symbolized by the eagle (as Ugo tugbulu agwu) that destroys the serpent and releases the Sun. Far from being a devil figure, Ekwensu is the universal Chi that resists evil, the sacred energy that confronts darkness, unveils hidden truths, and restores spiritual clarity. This teaching explores Ekwensu’s role as the radiant force of resistance and renewal in the Igbo spiritual consciousness.

Afa language which is used primarily for divination and spiritual consultation in Igbo spirituality, consists of specific terminologies that typically 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.