Jamaican Sayings
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Jamaican Sayings
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Author : G. Llewellyn Watson
language : en
Publisher: Tallahassee : Florida A & M University Press ; Gainsville, Fla. : University Presses of Florida
Release Date : 1991
Jamaican Sayings written by G. Llewellyn Watson and has been published by Tallahassee : Florida A & M University Press ; Gainsville, Fla. : University Presses of Florida this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with Social Science categories.
“A rich and compelling collection that will make a significant contribution to the study of Jamaican/West Indian/black folklore and culture” –Daryl Cumber Dance, Virginia Commonwealth University “A fantastic collection from the rich storehouse of Jamaican traditional oral literature” –Rex Nettleford, University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica “A Wealth of Information…. The author carries the presentation of the proverbs/sayings to the level of socio-anthropological significance” –E. Valerie Smith, Florida A&M University In 1992, Jamaicans throughout the world celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of Jamaica’s formal independence from Britain this collection of Creole sayings contributes to the lively interest in cultural preservation which exists this year in anticipation of the event. The sayings, an archive of the wit and wisdom of many generations, aim to trigger reflection and thought. They are never fully explained, and, says the author, “in the most extreme situation one might well need an entire week to ponder and think seriously” about their meaning. They exert pressure to conform to community standards, and they influence conduct in much the same way as religion does. Strong in imagery and often poetic, the maxims draw upon a variety of well-known flora, fauna, and real or imaginary creatures the anansi, for example, famous for “playin’ de fool fe ketch wise” (playing foolish in order to catch the wise), is regarded as a favorite hero in folklore. Creole, initially constructed as a coded language, employs a number of West African linguistic traditions. These Creole sayings, a valuable addition to the literature and ethnography of the Caribbean region, link Jamaican culture to its African past. They offer delightful reading to Latin American scholars, to students of comparative sociology and anthropology, and to the general public. G. Llewellyn Watson is professor of sociology at the University of Prince Edward Island, Charlottetowwn, Canada.
More Jamaica Old Time Sayings
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Author : Edna Bennett
language : en
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Release Date : 2010-11-18
More Jamaica Old Time Sayings written by Edna Bennett and has been published by Trafford Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-11-18 with Literary Collections categories.
Jamaicans, like others around the world, often experience a tugging at the heart that can only be assuaged by pleasant memories. In her collection of old Jamaican proverbs, Edna Bennett shares the powerful messages and folk wisdom of the Jamaican people, conveying not only the mellowness of nostalgia, but also the gentleness of the island culture. Led by a desire to keep her culture alive, Bennett urges others to take five, cock up yu foot, and member what yu old people used to say as she offers collective wisdom presented in Jamaican dialect with English translations. Unforgettable sayings gathered from over three hundred years of Jamaican history include ban yu belly (be prepared for hardships), cotton tree fall dung, nanny goat jump over it (when the mighty falls, the humblest may take advantage of him), and yu se man face, yu nuh se im heart (you cannot tell a mans true feelings by the look on his face). More Jamaica Old-Time Sayings will spur memories, transport Jamaicans back to the roots of their culture, and encourage others to not live their lives like a kitchen without a knife, but to focus on the whetstone of Jamaican wisdom.
A Z Of Jamaican Patois Patwah
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Author : Teresa P. Blair
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2013-07-30
A Z Of Jamaican Patois Patwah written by Teresa P. Blair and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-07-30 with Self-Help categories.
After it was known that Jamaican natives failed interviews that were conducted in patois, the writer decided that it was time to awaken Patois. This book was written to inform readers that Patois is a written language which can be learned and spoken like any other language. The words and phrases in this book, originated from English, African, and Creole, and can be heard wherever Jamaican natives reside.
Jamaican Sayings Life
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Author : Andrea Campbell
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2012-04-25
Jamaican Sayings Life written by Andrea Campbell and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-04-25 with Travel categories.
Jamaican Sayings - Life is the first in a series of three books that capture Jamaican adages used to communicate ideas about human nature, behaviour, relationships, aspirations, health hope and survival. Jamaican Sayings - Character and Jamaican Sayings - Success complement the series. The adages represent an archive of the wit and wisdom of many generations and aim to trigger reflection and thought. In their use they are never fully explained but those to whom they are directed usually understand their meaning based on the context in which they are used. They utilise imagery and draw upon a variety of flora and fauna to enrich their content. They hold valuable lessons, inspiration and wisdom that link Jamaican culture to its African past. The sayings are presented in three parts: i)the original saying; ii)the literal English translation and iii)the meaning it aims to convey.
Jamaican Sayings Character
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Author : Andrea Campbell
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2012-05-08
Jamaican Sayings Character written by Andrea Campbell and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05-08 with Travel categories.
Jamaican Sayings - Character is the second in a series of three books that capture Jamaican adages used to communicate ideas about human nature, behaviour, relationships, aspirations, health hope and survival. Jamaican Sayings - Life and Jamaican Sayings - Success complement the series. The adages represent an archive of the wit and wisdom of many generations and aim to trigger reflection and thought. In their use they are never fully explained but those to whom they are directed usually understand their meaning based on the context in which they are used. They utilise imagery and draw upon a variety of flora and fauna to enrich their content. They hold valuable lessons, inspiration and wisdom that link Jamaican culture to its African past. The sayings are presented in three parts: i)the original saying; ii)the literal English translation and iii)the meaning it aims to convey.
100 Jamaican Sayings
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Author : Dawn Henry
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-02-25
100 Jamaican Sayings written by Dawn Henry and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-02-25 with categories.
100 Jamaican Sayings is a small, fun and humorous guide to some of the colourful sayings of Jamaican everyday life and culture.
Jamaican Sayings Success
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Author : Andrea Campbell
language : en
Publisher: Lulu.com
Release Date : 2012-05-08
Jamaican Sayings Success written by Andrea Campbell and has been published by Lulu.com this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-05-08 with Travel categories.
Jamaican Sayings - Success is the third in a series of three books that capture Jamaican adages used to communicate ideas about human nature, behaviour, relationships, aspirations, health hope and survival. Jamaican Sayings - Life and Jamaican Sayings - Character complement the series. The adages represent an archive of the wit and wisdom of many generations and aim to trigger reflection and thought. In their use they are never fully explained but those to whom they are directed usually understand their meaning based on the context in which they are used. They utilise imagery and draw upon a variety of flora and fauna to enrich their content. They hold valuable lessons, inspiration and wisdom that link Jamaican culture to its African past. The sayings are presented in three parts: i)the original saying; ii)the literal English translation and iii)the meaning it aims to convey.
Jamaica Proverbs And Sayings
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Author : Izett Anderson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1972
Jamaica Proverbs And Sayings written by Izett Anderson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1972 with Literary Collections categories.
Jamaica Negro Proverbs And Sayings Collected And Classified According To Subjects
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Author : Izett Anderson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1910
Jamaica Negro Proverbs And Sayings Collected And Classified According To Subjects written by Izett Anderson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1910 with Proverbs, Black categories.
Awah So
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Author : Canute B. White; BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.)
language : en
Publisher: Canute B. White, BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.)
Release Date : 2018-10-09
Awah So written by Canute B. White; BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.) and has been published by Canute B. White, BSc (Hon), MSc (Psy), MSc (Org. Stud.) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-10-09 with Art categories.
The elders in Jamaica sometimes use phrases or sentences they believe reflect a situation, or serve to caution the younger generation or old, unaware individuals. Many of these phrases or sentences may be used as words of inspiration and often allow for introspection and generate changes through behavioral modification. These are adages inherently uttered in the Jamaican dialect, some of which have been included and translated here into standard English by the author. This ensures a sense of clarity for non-Jamaicans and Jamaicans who aren’t as familiar to the indigenous dialect. The author’s main aim is to reach persons who are not Jamaicans, who would love to understand the meaning of words uttered in the Jamaican dialect, patois. The author also aims to facilitate inspiration, “social cautions,” and self-evaluation through each page of this book, with images included that somewhat reflect the message of each proverb. As such, the English version of each proverb is included, along with the proverb’s meaning. The images included should enhance clarity, especially for non-Jamaicans. The lyrics of the Jamaican National Anthem and Pledge have also been included to extend an understanding of the Jamaican culture and indicate what may be considered Jamaicanism. As a Jamaican, the author would like to operationally define Jamaicanism as the total quality management (TQM) of the Jamaican culture to present the best—as there is only the best—to the outside world, wrapped in the reality of diversity “out of many one people” (the Jamaican motto). The author’s interaction with people from other cultures exposed the sincere interest that others have in the language and subsequent accent of the Jamaican people. This fact is one of the inspirations for this book, as people from other cultures often prompt continuous utterance of the Jamaican dialect to indulge their ears in the melody of the English language in Jamaican tone. In addition, it is important for these proverbs to be used as empowerment, as cautionary sayings, and guiding tools for readers. With that in mind, a blank page is provided after each proverb to facilitate personal reflection and empowerment. The author would like readers to take away the message of caution and become empowered through proverbs and expressions of the elders. The book’s main idea is to convey the linguistic cultural awareness of the Jamaican people to the rest of the world and offer the elements of this awareness as empowerment, caution, and therapy to the Jamaican people and others around the world. It is suggested that this book would be an excellent gift for friends, employees, family, and associates outside Jamaica, or citizens and residents of other nations who are living in Jamaica. It is also a book for all Jamaicans, as it can impact morals and ensure cautions for life. It is important to use these proverbs in a therapeutic way, as they have benefits beyond semantics