Igbo Cosmology: The Igbo Worldview

Conceptual Interpretation of the Igbo world view, Henderson, 1972:123 Igbo Cosmology Igbo cosmology refers to the traditional understanding of the universe and the nature of reality of the Igbo people of West Africa. The key aspects of Igbo Cosmology includes: Supreme Being: Chukwu (also known as Chineke) is the supreme deity, creator of the…

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⁠Religion and Spirituality

Reincarnation: The Igbo Concept of Birth and Death

Igbo Burial, Journal of The Anthropological Institute Of Great Britain And Ireland Vol.47 1917 The Concept of Life after Death in the Igbo Society In Igbo belief, reincarnation is the idea that the soul is reborn into a new body after death, continuing its journey through life. Igbo people believe that after death, the soul does…

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Cultural Heritage

Umuada: Women Leadership Roles in the Igbo Society

Rich Onitsha Women decorated with Odu Enyi, photographed by G. F. Packer in 1880s Umuada Umuada translates to "daughters of the land" or "daughters of the family" and refers to a group of women who are originally from a particular village or clan but are married into different families and communities. Despite their marriages, they maintain…

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Mbari are public shrine galleries where complex characters of Igbo mythology, folklore, and society.

Indigenous Architecture

Mbari House: Traditional Igbo Museum and Art Gallery

A hippo swallowing a person on a face of an Mbari in Owerri - Uratta Area, 1904/ Wikipedia Mbari House Mbari is a traditional Igbo art form and architectural structure from southeastern Nigeria. An Mbari house is a large, elaborate building or shrine complex adorned with intricate sculptures, carvings, and murals depicting various aspects of…

ByChikwereAugust 26, 20240Comments

Anthropology and Ethnography

Ndi Igbo: Meet The Igbo People

Who are the Igbo people? The Igbo people are native to the southeastern part of Nigeria. They are one of the largest ethnic groups in Africa, known for their rich cultural heritage, artistic traditions, and entrepreneurial spirit. The Igbo language, which is one of the four official languages of Nigeria, is spoken by more than…