I Salute Oshun-Adura, written by Orisa devotee and priestess of Oshun Iya Kambiri Osunriyke De Suza, will be launched on Saturday. The Oshuna Motivation Centre is hosting the book launch at its centre, located at 8 Pujadas Street, St James, at 5 pm.
The book I Salute Oshun-Adura recognises the power of prayer and the power of the word, which gives light to any situation. As stated in the introduction to the book: “Prayer is the foundation that kept the people who survived the Middle Passage sane; it is prayer that keeps the children safe.” Adura (Prayer) is universal and prayer is also personal. I Salute Oshun is just an example of the spoken word as prayer. The content of the book is in itself conversations and meditations geared to assist in development and growth reflected in our spiritual beliefs.
De Suza began the process of writing in 2012 and was guided by the Orisha Oshun and Orunmila to construct the words for the book. Oshun represents the energy of love, beauty, family and intelligence. Orunmila, the prophet of Ifa, whose aspect of God is destiny, and the knowledge and understanding of all things.
The author added that the publication is dedicated to the worshippers of Oludumare. Saturday’s launch will include readings and other cultural expressions.