indigenous belief systems

Alusị in Igbo Culture: Guardians of Tradition and Spiritual Balance

The concept of Alusị (also spelled Arusi or Arụsị) in Igbo culture represents the detailed relationship between the people and the spiritual world. These deities or nature spirits are believed to serve specific roles in the community, ranging from protection and fertility to justice and prosperity. The interpretation and reverence of Alusị vary across different…