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Mmere Dane – Symbolism and Importance

Mmere Dane is a West African Adinkra symbol representing the transience of all things as well as life’s dynamics. Symbolism of Mmere Dane   Mmere ...

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Dame Dame – Symbolism and Importance

Dame Dame, meaning ‘chequered’, is an Adinkra symbol used by the Akans of West Africa to represent intelligence, strategy, and ingenuity.   The Dame Dame ...

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What is Aya Adinkra symbol?

Aya is an Adinkra symbol meaning ‘fern’. The symbol represents resourcefulness and endurance.  Symbolism of Aya Aya, pronounced as ‘eye-ah’, is a West ...

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Akoma Ntoso – What Does This Symbol Mean?

Akoma ntoso, meaning ‘linked hearts’, is an Adinkra symbol (and proverb) of togetherness, unity, and agreement. It was seen as an embodiment of ...

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Akoben – Symbolism and Importance

The Akoben is a West African symbol of vigilance, awareness, loyalty to one’s nation, readiness, and hope. It was also a symbol of war, representing the war ...

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Nyame Dua – What Does the Symbol Mean?

Nyame Dua is an Adinkra symbol of religious significance, representing the presence and protection of God. Nyame Dua – Symbolism and Importance Nyame ...

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Nyame Ye Ohene – Symbolism and Importance

Nyame Ye Ohene is a popular West African symbol representing the majesty and supremacy of God. The symbol was inspired by the phrase ‘Nyame Ye Ohene’, which ...

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Akoma – Symbolism and Importance

The heart shape is a universally recognized symbol of love. As an Adinkra symbol, it represents tolerance, patience, goodwill, faithfulness, fondness, and ...

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What is Nyansapo? – Adinkra Symbol

Nyansapo, pronounced: knee-in-say-bow, is a West African symbol that was created by the Akan people of Ghana. Also called the ‘wisdom knot’, it’s one of the ...

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What is Okodee Mmowere?

Okodee Mmowere is an Adinkra symbol meaning ‘the talons of the eagle’ and is a highly significant symbol in West Africa. It features a vertical line with ...