Anthemic Inspirations: Exploring Ife's Riches in Yoruba
- Mojisola Alawode
- Jan 14, 2024
- 2 min read
Hello, language enthusiasts and cultural connoisseurs of Lede Yoruba!
Get ready for another week of linguistic and cultural exploration. In our stories, we'll immerse ourselves in the inspiring anthem of the city of Ife, delving into the riches of the Yoruba language. For our movie feature, we'll have a good laugh as we learn Yoruba through a funny scene where a couple gets scared by strange knocks at their gate in the middle of the night. Let's harmonize with the melodic language of Ife's anthem and share a moment of laughter in our language journey!
Learn with Stories and Issues - Anthemic Inspirations: Exploring Ife's Riches in Yoruba
In this session, we'll dive into the inspiring anthem of the city of Ife, uncovering the linguistic treasures it holds. Together, we'll explore the rich vocabulary, historical references, and cultural significance embedded in the anthem. As we dissect the lyrics, we'll gain a deeper appreciation for the unique identity of Ife and the Yoruba language.
Learn with Movies - Nocturnal Laughter: Yoruba Language Lessons from a Funny Night
In our movie feature, get ready to laugh as we learn Yoruba through a funny scene. A couple, startled by strange knocks at their gate in the middle of the night, experiences a humorous encounter. Following the scene, we'll practice explaining the events in our own words, reinforcing our language skills through laughter and entertainment.
This week's schedule is the same as always.
Day | Event | PST | EST | BST/WAT |
Mon | Meet and Chat 1 | 12-1pm | 3-4pm | 8-9pm |
Tue | Stories & Issues 1 | 11am-12pm | 2-3pm | 7-8pm |
Thu | Learn with Movies 1 | 10-11am | 1-2pm | 6-7pm |
Fri | Stories & Issues 2 | 3-4pm | 6-7pm | 11pm-12am |
Sat | Meet and Chat 2 | 1-2pm | 4-5pm | 9-10pm |
Sun | Learn with Movies 2 | 1-2pm | 4-5pm | 9-10pm |
As always, our informal meetup is where we come together to discuss, share, and celebrate the week's language and cultural discoveries. It's a space where we exchange thoughts, experiences, and appreciation for the diverse facets of Yoruba culture.
So there you have it, an inspiring and laughter-filled glimpse into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to explore Ife's anthem, share a good laugh, and connect with the heart of Yoruba language and culture.
Cheers,
Mojisola


