African Legends Of The Orishas
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African Legends Of The Orishas
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Author : Pierre Verger
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2006
African Legends Of The Orishas written by Pierre Verger and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006 with Gods, Afro-Brazilian categories.
In this book, Pierre Fatumbi Verger gathered and patiently annotated tales, which are based on the narratives of African diviners. It should be recalled that the legends presented here are just a tiny fraction of the vast universe of stories that a babalawo must memorize during the course of his apprenticeship. All are direct and spontaneous testimonials to the richness of Yoruba culture, which has had such a strong impact on the culture of Bahia. Carybe's vigorous and expressive illustrations interpret the magical spirit of the orishas with love, sensitivity and detailed ethnographic data.
Orishas An Introduction To African Spirituality And Yoruba Religion
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Author : Clara Robinson
language : en
Publisher: Creek Ridge Publishing
Release Date : 2021-08-14
Orishas An Introduction To African Spirituality And Yoruba Religion written by Clara Robinson and has been published by Creek Ridge Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-08-14 with Religion categories.
Learn about the Yoruba people of Africa, Gods and the different Orishas The belief system of the Yoruba people, which may have originated millions of years ago in Nigeria, is regarded as one of the oldest religions in the world. It has since gained followers from all over the world, from the Caribbean to North America, and it’s easy to see why. Its oral interpretations have piqued the interest of many, ranging from majestic tales of the Orishas to life-changing teachings of reincarnation. And, while it has been modified or intertwined with other world religions everywhere else, this high form of spirituality is still practiced in its original form in Africa.
African Narratives Of Orishas Spirits And Other Deities
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Author : Alex Cuoco
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2014-03-16
African Narratives Of Orishas Spirits And Other Deities written by Alex Cuoco and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03-16 with Literary Collections categories.
Acknowledging that the Yoruba are one of the largest and most important groups of people in West Africa, apart from its value as a cultural treasure, African Narratives of Orishas, Spirits and Other Deities will also delight the readers with its wealth of information on Yoruba/Vodun religious beliefs which are told in a spirited form with humor and poetry. Every page reveals the different deeds and aspects of Yoruba deities known as Ori a, as well as a number of spirits and other deities. This stunning collection of narratives showcases the diversity of Yoruba Ori a culture and evokes the power of A . It gives West African deities their much deserved respect and place in world culture. In this collection, Alex Cuoco, specifically kept the text in a non-academic format to afford the reader a free flow of thought without interruptions to check notes. He also chose to use simple language throughout the book to make the texts understandable and valuable to the general reader, as well as, making it a great contribution to the informed. The narratives and all other supporting topics in this work examine Ori a/Vodun beliefs in cultures in Nigeria, Benin, Togo, as well as, the Angola/Congo Nkisi deities, thus creating a cross-cultural foundation for spiritual learning and gaining of wisdom and knowledge. (Contains an extensive glossary).
African Narratives Of Orishas Spirits And Other Deities
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Author : Alex Cuoco
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2020-12-17
African Narratives Of Orishas Spirits And Other Deities written by Alex Cuoco and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-12-17 with categories.
Stories from West Africa and the African Diaspora: a journey into the realm of deities, spirits, mysticism, spiritual roots and ancestral wisdom. Acknowledging that the Yorùbá are one of the largest and most important groups of people in West Africa, apart from its value as a cultural treasure, African Narratives of Orishas, Spirits and Other Deities will delight the readers with its wealth of information on Yorùbá Orisha, Vodun, and Nkisi religious beliefs which are told in a spirited form with humor and poetry. Every page reveals different deeds and aspects of Yorùbá deities known as Òrìṣà, as well as a number of spirits and other deities. This stunning collection of 352 narratives showcases the diversity of Yorùbá Òrìṣà culture and evokes divine àṣẹ power. It gives West African deities their much deserved respect and place in world culture. Alex Cuoco specifically kept the texts in this collection of narratives and supporting topics, in a non-academic format to afford the reader a free flow of thought without interruptions to check notes. He chose to use simple language throughout the book to make the texts understandable and valuable to the general reader, as well as, making it a great contribution to the informed. The narratives of Orishas, spirits and other deities and all other supporting topics in chapters 3-4 examine Òrìṣà, Vodun, and spirit beliefs in cultures in Nigeria, Republic of Benin, Togo, Ghana, as well as, the Angola-Congo Nkisi deities, thus creating a cross-cultural foundation for spiritual learning and gaining of wisdom and knowledge. (It contains an extensive Yorùbá glossary) An extensive compilation for enthusiasts of African Studies, Mythology, Religion, and Mysticism
Yoruba Myths
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Author : Ulli Beier
language : en
Publisher: CUP Archive
Release Date : 1980-10-02
Yoruba Myths written by Ulli Beier and has been published by CUP Archive this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980-10-02 with Fiction categories.
This mysterious, poetic and often amusing collection of myths illustrates the religion and thought of the West African Yoruba People.
Yoruba Mythology
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Author : Matt Clayton
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2022-11-26
Yoruba Mythology written by Matt Clayton and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11-26 with categories.
Do you like stories about kings and queens, spirits and monsters, or tricksters and villains? If so, this book is for you. Containing delightful stories from the Yoruba and other West African peoples, this book presents tales of courage and cunning, virtue and vice, and fortunes found and lost. Some of these stories draw upon actual historical persons and events, while others are purely fictional, but each story has something to delight any reader. Here are just a few of the stories you will find inside this book: How Queen Moremi saved her people from their enemies Why King Oranyan's staff still stands in its place today How Gassire gave up dreams of a kingdom to become a singer of tales How a king wanted to know what it was like to be poor and found out the hard way How clever commoners outwitted the kings who wanted to kill them How the Ashanti came to farm yams How a baby who was not yet ready to be born defeated the monster Sasabonsam How the wise and clever Kumba saved her village from a man-eating lion How Kigbo the farmer learned the hard way that it is not wise to play around with spirits And much, much more! Scroll up and click the "add to cart" button to enjoy each of these captivating West African stories!
Orisa
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Author : Toyin Falola
language : en
Publisher: Africa Research and Publications
Release Date : 2005
Orisa written by Toyin Falola and has been published by Africa Research and Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Religion categories.
Afro Cuban Myths
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Author : Rómulo Lachatañeré
language : en
Publisher: Markus Wiener Publishers
Release Date : 2005
Afro Cuban Myths written by Rómulo Lachatañeré and has been published by Markus Wiener Publishers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with History categories.
African cults and religions enrich all aspects of Cuba's social, cultural and everyday life, and encompass all ethnic and social groups. Politics, art, and civil events such as weddings, funerals, festivals and carnivals all possess distinctly Afro-Cuban characteristics. Miguel Barnet provides a concise guide to the various traditions and branches of Afro-Cuban religions. He distinguishes between the two most important cult forms - the Regla de Ocha (Santeria), which promotes worship of the Oshira (gods), and the traditional oracles that originated in the old Yoruba city of lle-lfe', which promote a more animistic worldview. Africans who were brought to Cuba as slaves had to recreate their old traditions in their new Caribbean context. As their African heritage collided with Catholicism and with Native American and European traditions, certain African gods and traditions became more prominent while others lost their significance in the new Afro-Cuban culture. This book, the first systematic overview of the syncretization of the gods of African origin with Catholic saints, introduces the reader to a little-known side of Cuban culture.
African Myths And Beliefs
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Author : Tony Allan
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2011-12-15
African Myths And Beliefs written by Tony Allan and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-12-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
From the earliest hunters and gatherers, African people have shared stories and legends about their origins and beliefs. These legendary myths have embedded themselves in the lives and culture of the African people and are represented in art, design, and music. This book explores some of these myths and legends and shows how they continue to manifest themselves in modern African culture.
Yoruba Mythology
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Author : Sebastian Berg
language : en
Publisher: Creek Ridge Publishing
Release Date :
Yoruba Mythology written by Sebastian Berg and has been published by Creek Ridge Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Delve into the world of Yoruba mythology! Are you interested in learning about different religions? Do you want to learn about an ancient religion still practiced today? Have you heard of Orisha and IFA and want to know more about them? Like almost every culture in the world, Yoruba culture is steeped in poetry, allegories, mythology, and knowledge of the Ifa divination system. These practices are a constant reminder to the people of their practices and their long and colorful history, handed down through the generations via oral tradition, which has shaped who they are today. The Yoruba people have existed for centuries and can still be found today across parts of Africa, practicing their religion and worshipping their gods and goddesses, collectively known as the Orisha.