Historical Studies ⁠Religion and Spirituality

Olaudah Equiano and the Igbo Concept of Chi: Destiny, Faith, and the Fight Against Slavery

Photo of Olaudah Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa - 1700s. Olaudah Equiano, an Igbo-born abolitionist and writer, provides a unique perspective on destiny and faith in his autobiography, The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano. His frequent references to destiny and divine providence closely align with the Igbo spiritual concept of Chi, a personal spiritual…

ByChuka OdikeJanuary 27, 20250Comments

Debunking the Myth: Rev. Ajayi Crowther Did Not Translate the Igbo Bible

The Igbo Bible has a long and rich history, with many Igbo people contributing to its translation. However, there is a common myth that Ajayi Crowther, a Yoruba man, was the only person who translated it. This is not true because it ignores the hard work of others, especially Igbo ex-slaves like Rev. John Christopher…

ByIdenze EzemeDecember 3, 20240Comments

Olaudah Equiano: Celebrated Abolitionist and Author Honored by Google Doodle on His 272nd Birth Anniversary

Olaudah Equiano was featured on Google's Doodle on October 16, 2017, to commemorate his contributions as a significant figure in the abolitionist movement and to mark the 272nd anniversary of his birth. It's almost 7 years the Igbo abolitionist, Equiano was celebrated for his powerful autobiography, “The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano”, which…

ByChuka OdikeSeptember 21, 20240Comments

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Olaudah Equiano and the Igbo Concept of Chi: Destiny, Faith, and the Fight Against Slavery

Debunking the Myth: Rev. Ajayi Crowther Did Not Translate the Igbo Bible

Olaudah Equiano: Celebrated Abolitionist and Author Honored by Google Doodle on His 272nd Birth Anniversary

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