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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…

ByChikwereSeptember 4, 20240Comments

⁠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…

ByChikwereSeptember 4, 20240Comments

Man sitting and playing an Ikoro Drum Source: mongst the Igbos, G.T Basden (1921)

Cultural Heritage

Ikoro: Igbo’s Ancient Communication Slit Drum

Ikoro Drum, Amongst the Igbos, G.T Basden (1921) Ikoro Ikoro is a traditional Igbo drum used in Igbo culture and tradition. It is a large, slit drum made from a hollowed-out log, typically played with sticks or mallets. Ikoro drums are an integral part of Igbo music, communication, and ceremonies, used to: - Convey messages and…

ByChikwereAugust 26, 20240Comments

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