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An ọpọ́n Ifá is a divination tray used in traditional African and Afro-American religions, notably in the system known as Ifá and in Yoruba tradition more broadly.
The etymology of ọpọn, literally meaning "to flatter", explains the artistic and embellished nature of the trays, as they are meant to praise and acknowledge the noble work of the babalawo (diviners). The etymology of the term Ifá, however, has been a subject of debate. Ifá may be considered an oriṣa, a Yoruba deity — specifically, the oriṣa of divination Ọrunmila. Conversely, some scholars have referred to Ifá merely as the "great consulting oracle" as opposed to a god or a deity, without any divine connotations.
Getting around Opon the local way
- Get inMandaue is easily reached by bus, taxi or jeepney from either.
- Get aroundWithin the town, most people travel by taxi or jeepney.
- Go nextMandaue is located between Cebu City and Lapu-Lapu and well connected to both by road; getting to either by taxi or jeepney is easy.
- Go nextAnother possibility quite nearby is Olango Island, with birdwatching and diving, reached by ferry from Lapu-Lapu.
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