In the buzios reading, when the client hears that the reading is "closed," they should not immediately think it is something bad. The practice, performed before the Bàbálórìṣà or the Ìyálórìṣà, requires attention to the configuration that presents itself and to understanding what the sacred is communicating. Not every closure means a negative answer.
When the reading is in Àláàfíà, everything is open. This is one of the main Odù and indicates a condition of positivity, balance, and confirmation. It is the most favorable situation for the client.
However, there are different types of closure. Insobù indicates a negative situation or an impediment that needs to be understood. Òpìrà, on the other hand, is when the reading closes in a specific way, bringing another interpretation within the consultation.
Even when the reading is closed, there can still be Iré—that is, a positive condition may be present. Therefore, it is essential not to jump to conclusions and to seek to understand the full meaning of the reading.
