Discover our Irukere
Discover our Irukere
The Irukere has its origin in Nigeria and is common among Yoruba people like chiefs, traditional dancers, queens, kings, and monarchs that use it as a tool for blessing the people. The irukere scares away bad energies, which is why it is an instrument used by all the babalawos.
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Iruke or Irùkere?
Iruke and Irùkere is the same, this is the horse's or cow's tail that Ifá priests use as part of their clothing.
In African traditions the iruke is an essential tool in the babalawos, It is used to bless in public ceremonies, in addition to being a tool used during the performance of the ebo.
It is part of the traditional clothing accessories in Yorubaland. It is a symbol of authority and signifies respect and honor. The African Horsetail is also ideal for engagement, traditional wedding accessories and home décor.
Which is worn at a priest's side during Ifá divination, Irukere is used to clean the marks of the Odú Ifá of the Opon Ifaduring the Ifa consultation.