lórúkọ jésù
The English phrase "in Jesus name" is translated into Yoruba as lórúkọ jésù.
The phrase lórúkọ jésù is most commonly used as a closing formula in Christian prayers to seal a petition, asking for a request to be granted through the authority of Jesus.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of lórúkọ (on the name) and jésù (Jesus).
How does it change in a sentence?
The prepositional prefix lórúkọ combines lórí (on/upon) and orúkọ (name) to express the concept of "in the name of".
Did you know?
- The word lórí inside lórúkọ literally means 'on the head'. This reflects a Yoruba worldview where the head is the seat of authority and spiritual connection.
- In traditional Yoruba culture, the concept of 'name' linked to lórúkọ is tied to 'orí', the spiritual head or destiny of a person. Invoking a name in this way is seen as calling upon a specific spiritual destiny to intervene.
- While lórúkọ jésù is the standard closing, some Yoruba speakers may add 'àṣẹ' after the phrase. This word means 'so be it' or 'it is commanded' and transforms the prayer into a spiritual decree.
Examples in context
- Amin. Ninu oruko Jesu.Amen. In the name of Jesus.
- A dúpẹ́ lórúkọ jésù.We give thanks in Jesus' name.
- Mo gbàdúrà lórúkọ jésù.I pray in Jesus' name.
Example conversation
Femi and Folake are praying together before a meal.
- FemiKí O bù kún oúnjẹ yìí, lórúkọ jésù.Bless this food, in Jesus' name.
- FolakeÀmín, lórúkọ jésù.Amen, in Jesus' name.
- FemiẸ kú àdúrà, Folake.Thank you for the prayer, Folake.
- FolakeKò tó ohun kan, Femi.It is nothing, Femi.
