SwamiG Institute

Divination Mini Series • Obi Orisha (Novice)

3-Week Mini Course • 6 Modules • Weekly Zoom

“Beyond 4-Cowries”
Obi Orisha Divination (Novice)

A structured introduction to Obi-based divination that bridges foundational 4-cowrie outcomes into Obi Abata / Obi Orisha patterns, ethics, question framing, and certification readiness.

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Practice-First

Daily documented castings (photo + written findings) with feedback.

✅ Daily casting habit

Weekly Zoom

Guided instruction, review, and Q&A each week.

📍 Weekly live session

Novice Track

Designed to build reliable basics + ethical interpretation.

🎓 Eligibility for certification

6 Core Modules

Course map
  1. Introduction — orientation & expectations
  2. 4-Cowrie System — meanings, patterns, use-cases
  3. Obi Abata / Obi Orisha — attachments, elements, patterns
  4. Deities (Orisha) — spiritual context and influences
  5. Questions — framing, ethics, clarity & follow-ups
  6. Summary — readiness + certification eligibility
Training rhythm: cast daily • document outcomes • submit findings • review live on Zoom.

What You’ll Do

practice + documentation
  • Learn the foundational “Yes / Maybe / No” outcomes from 4-cowrie.
  • Transition into Obi Abata / Obi Orisha patterns and attachments.
  • Cast 1x daily, record the pattern, and write a short interpretation.
  • Submit photos + findings for feedback.
  • Use a support chart to validate meaning + ethical direction.

Ideal For

who this serves
  • Beginners ready to move beyond basic “4-cowrie only” readings.
  • Iyawos and devotees who want structured divination discipline.
  • Students preparing for a novice-level divination credential.
  • Anyone who needs ethical question framing and consistent outcomes.

3-Week Plan

weekly milestones

Week 1 — Foundations (4-Cowrie Basics + Daily Discipline)

Daily casting Submit pics + findings Zoom session
  • Introduction & orientation
  • 4-cowrie meanings and core outcomes
  • Cast 16x daily; submit photo + interpretation
  • Live Zoom review + Q&A

Typical focus outcomes: Alafia (Yes), Etawa (Maybe/struggle), Ejife (Definitely yes), Okana (Doubtful), Oyeku (No).

Week 2 — Obi Abata System (Attachments + Expanded Patterns)

Daily casting Upgrade interpretation Zoom session
  • Obi Abata elements and “attachments” framework
  • Pattern recognition: moving from simple outcomes to structured variants
  • Cast 16x daily; submit photo + meaning
  • Zoom: troubleshooting, ethics, and clarity of question

Expanded study outcomes may include: Ogbe, Obita, Akita, Aje, Ilera, Akoran, Ero, Ejire.

Week 3 — Deities + Application (Readiness & Certification)

Daily casting Deities (Orisha context) Assessment readiness
  • Deities/Orisha context applied to interpretation
  • Ethics: appropriate directives and responsible guidance
  • Sample questions used to assess readiness
  • Zoom: final review + next steps

End-of-course: sample question set + review of documented castings.

Certification Eligibility

Novice Diviner
  • Consistent daily casting documentation (photo + written meaning).
  • Ability to reframe unclear questions ethically.
  • Correct identification of key outcomes and patterns.
  • Demonstrated understanding of directives (ethics) and context.
  • Participation in weekly Zoom review sessions.
Application: Students may apply for certification as “Novice Diviner” upon completion and review.

Support Chart Usage

validation tool
  • Reference patterns (elements skyward/earthward) to confirm meaning.
  • Use ethical directives to guide “what to do next” responsibly.
  • Connect outcomes to Orisha influences as context—not superstition.
  • When outcomes are doubtful (e.g., Okana), reframe the question.

This course emphasizes repeatable practice, documented results, and ethical clarity.