By V. L. K. DJOKOTO
Soulful melodies of the spirits,
deposit wisdom into my mind,
enable me deliver the sacred manuscripts to mankind,
our ancient civilization hidden in time.
I surrender all ignorance at this shrine,
as I am reconnected to my bloodline.
One fine night the cabinet shall shine.
Sun god, `dɔ Mawu,
penetrate my skin,
reveal the power of my melanin,
Trɔ va koɛ, begin.
The sanctified sanctuary of Yeʋe that shines after sunset,
the temple that carves the mindset.
Set your sight on your son,
guide me Holy one.
