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Religion and Cosmology Symbols
GYE NYAME
Symbolizes omnipotence and the omnipresence of god
This shows the belief in some sort of god and religious interest among the Akan.
ABODE SANTAAN
Symbolizes the totality of the universe, natural and social creation
This represents a belief in not only the creation of man by a higher being, but the power of man to create for themselves.
KERAPA
Symbolizes sanctity of self, spiritual strength, good spirit, good luck, and good fortune
This shows a belief that in instances, individuals can not control their fate due to fortune or luck.
OWUO KUM NYAME
Symbolizes invincibility of death and the power of god to overcome death.
"The Creator created things;
When He created things,
He created Life;
When He created Life,
He created Death;
When He created Death,
Death killed Him;
When He died,
Life came into Him and woke Him up;
Thereafter, He lived forever." |