About the author
Ehime Ora writes about ancestral veneration and African spiritual practices, addressing readers who want to reconnect with these traditions as part of a broader process of healing and self-understanding. Spirits Come from Water: An Introduction to Ancestral Veneration and Reclaiming African Spiritual Practices (Hay House, 2024) is framed as an entry point, particularly for Black women, into ancestor work and the recovery of practices disrupted by colonization. Ancestors Said: 365 Introspections for Emotional Healing (Hay House) follows with a year-long set of daily prayers and affirmations structured around messages attributed to ancestors, intended for reflection rather than instruction in ritual technique. Both books sit within Hay House's spiritual and personal-growth catalogue, aimed at readers new to ancestral veneration who want an accessible, meditative introduction rather than an anthropological or academic study of West African or diasporic religious traditions.
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💬 What our editors say about Ehime Ora's books
“Ehime Ora delivers a powerful, personal guide that emphasizes the political and spiritual weight of reconnecting with African traditions. While inspiring for those seeking liberation through ancestry, this text may not suit…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Spirits Come from Water: An Introduction to Ancestral Veneration and Reclaiming African Spiritual Practices
“This devotional offers a soothing, accessible approach to ancestral veneration, framing daily life as a sacred exchange with the departed. The structure is inviting, providing clear prompts for reflection rather than rigid…”
Esoterica Books editorial team, Occult literature desk · on Ancestors Said: 365 Introspections for Emotional Healing
