Ritual Symbolism

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Itu Uli na Ikwa Ozu – The Art of Paying Homage to In-laws During Their Funeral.

Itu uli is a tradition carried out during burial rites in alaigbo, it is carried out by the in-laws of the deceased. to pay homage to the deceased. Symbolism of Itu-Uli Itu uli is done to pay homage to the deceased by his or her in laws, it is a way of showing that the…

The “Omu” and Women’s Influence on Wood Aesthetics in Igbo Society

In traditional Igbo society, artistic production, especially woodcarving, was historically dominated by men. Yet women exercised profound aesthetic, symbolic, and moral influence on the creative process. Central to this influence is the institution of the Omu: a female leader vested with authority over women’s affairs, market regulation, moral oversight, and the spiritual welfare of…