Obatala Explains: Olodumare and the Creation of the Universe | Yoruba Wisdom

In this opening episode of Sacred Paths: Yoruba Wisdom, Obatala, the guardian of divine knowledge, reveals the ancient story of Olodumare — the Supreme Creator in Yoruba cosmology. Who is Olodumare? What role does He play in the universe? And how did the Earth come into being through sacred intention? Guided by the timeless teachings of Pierre Verger, Reginaldo Prandi, Wande Abimbola, and other guardians of ancestral knowledge, this video takes you on a poetic and profound journey — from the silence before creation to the formation of the world through the hands of Obatala and the breath of Olodumare. Through sacred myth, reflection, and spiritual insight, you'll discover: ✨ The meaning of Olodumare in the Yoruba tradition ✨ How the universe was shaped from sky and water ✨ The spiritual significance of Ashé ✨ The origin of harmony and human destiny This is more than a story. It is a call to remember. 🕊️ If this wisdom touched your spirit, like, share, and subscribe to walk further on the sacred path. New episodes every week exploring the Orishas, their teachings, and the power of ancestral spirituality.