Isefa  is called a Hand of Ifa and means the person is receiving a consecrated shrine of Orunmila and becoming an official Onifa - Ifa devotee. 

It may be done in person or through distance but it culminates with the reception of a consecrated Ifa shrine.. Ise’fa is received to provide protection, improvement of life circumstances – in essence, to align with our destiny. It places you under the protection of Orunmila and makes you an official devotee of Ifa.  The person will receive a consecrated Ifa shrine specifically prepared for the recipient. The recipient will also receive a consecrated Esu Odara shrine specially prepared for them to work on their behalf for support in their lives and to support their Ifa. The presence of these shrine provides the opportunity for its devotee to pray and make offerings to directly to Ifa and Esu. You will be taught how to develop spiritual intimacy with Ifa and your Ori (inner head), as well as Ifa’s message on how to navigate your way through life smoothly. This ceremony is NOT Ifa initiation nor does it qualify you to be able to perform divination for others. It may, under approved circumstances, allow you to begin to learn more practices in Ifa including formal Ifa education and training. Your ifa shrine will include : The consecrated icons for Ifa A consecrated shrine for Esu.  Ifa beads,  A special soap made from Ifa herbs designed to offer connection to ifa, spiritual cleansing, protection and support. Some Materials for offerings. A full online course will accompany the reception of this ceremony that will guide you through learning how to care for it and utilize it.