Ìká Méjì is the coiled serpent of wisdom. It warns against arrogance and malicious intent, teaching that whoever digs a pit for others will fall into it themselves.
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— Ẹsẹ̀ Ifá · Ìká MéjìÌká Méjì a-ká-ọ̀tá-mọ́-ilẹ̀; kò sí ẹni tí ó gbin ibi tí kìí ká èso ìbànújẹ́. (Ìká Méjì neutralizes enemies upon the earth; no one plants wickedness without reaping sorrow.)
The Binary Matrix of the King
II II
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The Coiled Ring of Protection
With a single open stroke encircled by double strokes, Ìká Méjì traps hostile forces in their own schemes. It promises total protection to the innocent while turning the malice of adversaries back upon themselves.
Sacerdotal Directives for the Consultant
- Control your temper and avoid impulsive retaliatory actions when provoked.
- Keep your strategic plans confidential until they are fully executed.
- Perform the protective Ebọ of Ìká Méjì to encircle and disarm envious rivals.
Sacred Taboos (Èèwọ̀)
- Engaging in illicit harm, cursing, or malevolent plotting against colleagues.
- Consuming snake meat, alligator pepper in excessive quantities, or bitter roots.
- Rejoicing publicly over the misfortune or downfall of an opponent.
Sources: IFA Sudamérica Ground Truth Repository, Royal Falodun Sacerdotal Archive, UNESCO Intangible Heritage Codex.