Moderation in Merriment: Yoruba Lessons for the Yuletide
- Mojisola Alawode
- Dec 10, 2023
- 2 min read
Hello, wisdom-seekers and language enthusiasts of Lede Yoruba!
As we step into the yuletide season, it's time to explore the importance of moderation through a thoughtful story. In our movie feature, we'll witness the complexities of matchmaking within a Yoruba family, learning Yoruba vocabulary on education and descriptions. Let's dive into the richness of Yoruba language and culture in this festive season!
Learn with Stories and Issues - Moderation in Merriment: Yoruba Lessons for the Yuletide
In this session, we'll remind ourselves of the importance of moderation during the yuletide season with a thoughtful story. We'll practice reading softly and engage in conversations on the topic, exploring the popular Yoruba saying "“Ṣe bí o ti mọ” which translates to "Do as you have knowledge." It's an opportunity to reflect on wisdom and restraint during the festive season.
Learn with Movies - Mismatched Matches: Navigating Yoruba Language in Family Affairs
In our movie feature, a Yoruba family embarks on a mission to matchmake a Yoruba prince with a lady they consider educated and beautiful. However, things take a wrong turn when the prince vehemently disagrees. This scene will be a language lesson in education-related vocabulary and descriptions of people. Join us in unraveling the complexities of familial expectations and individual choices in Yoruba culture.
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 insightful and entertaining glimpse into the upcoming week at Lede Yoruba! Get ready to embrace moderation, navigate family affairs, and connect with the heart of Yoruba language and culture.
Cheers,
Mojisola
