I apologize in advance if my understanding of things seems a bit off. I am new to this religion, but I am looking to learn.
I just underwent my Warrior's and Hand of Orula. During my reading, I was told by the Babalawos that I am prohibited from cutting or chopping herbs or plants until I receive Osanyin. This has caused me a lot of difficulty because I have been unable to weed my garden or chop herbs and plants for cooking.
My madrina is having a hard time getting an answer for me if this taboo includes plants and herbs used for medicine and for cooking. I'm not sure if anyone here knows more about this taboo or if the details of this taboo are more on an individual basis and need to come from my madrina and padrino only.
Does anyone know if this taboo is only supposed to be for herbs and plants used in a ceremonial way? Am I allowed to chop plants to eat? If not, does anyone have any ideas on how to live with this taboo until I can receive Osanyin? Especially how to cook food for myself and my husband. Thank you.