Afa (Igbo divination)Afa (also rendered as Igba Afa or Afa Ugiri) is the traditional divination system of the Igbo people of southern Nigeria. It is a central practice within Odinani, the indigenous religious and philosophical tradition of the Igbo, and serves as one of the primary means through which individuals, families, and communities seek guidance from the spiritual world.Agwu NsiAgwu Nsi (known as Agwo Nsi in the Americas) is the Arusi of divination.
OdinaniReligious practices and beliefs of Igbo peopleOdinani (Listen), also known as Odinala, Omenala, Odinana, and Omenana (Igbo: Ọdịnanị/Ọ̀dị̀nàlà), is the traditional cultural belief and practice of the Igbo people of South East and South South Nigeria. These terms, as used here in the Igbo language, are synonymous with the traditional Igbo "religious system" which was not considered separate from the social norms of ancient or traditional Igbo societies.Ala (Odinani)Ala (also known as Ani, Ana, Ale, and Ali in varying Igbo dialects) is the female Alusi (deity) of the earth, morality, fertility, and creativity in Odinani. In Odinani, Ala rules over the underworld and holds the deceased ancestors in her womb. Her name literally translates to "Earth" in the Igbo language, denoting her powers over the earth and her status as the ground itself. Ala is considered the highest Alusi in the Igbo pantheon.
IgweIgwe (meaning "Sky"), is a royal title or method of addressing traditional rulers that control royal towns in Igboland. In other words, Igbos approximate the term to the HM style. An Igwe is therefore defined as a holder of a title of respect and honor in Igboland. Such a person is otherwise known as an Eze. One of the respected Igwe's in Igboland is Igwe of Nnewi, Igwe Kenneth Onyeneke Orizu III.
Sky fatherIn comparative mythology, sky father is a term for a recurring concept in polytheistic religions of a sky god who is addressed as a "father", often the father of a pantheon and is often either a reigning or former King of the Gods. The concept of "sky father" may also be taken to include Sun gods with similar characteristics, such as Ra. The concept is complementary to an "earth mother".
Njoku JiNjoku JiListen is the guardian deity of the yam for the Igbo people of southeastern Nigeria. In parts of Igboland there are still annual rituals in honor of the yam deity known as Ifejioku. In some parts children who were dedicated to the service of the deity were named Njoku. As adults, such children were expected to become prosperous yam farmers which made them into nobility.
Zulu traditional religionTraditional religion of the Zulu people Zulu traditional religion consists of the beliefs and spiritual practices of the Zulu people of southern Africa. It is monotheistic with Unkulunkulu known to be the Supreme Creator of the heavens and the earth, Other spirits like Nomkhubulwane who are responsible for the earth 's fertility exist,Zulu people do not pray to these spirits.
African traditional religionsThe beliefs and practices of African people are highly diverse and include various ethnic religions. Generally, these traditions are oral rather than scriptural and are passed down from one generation to another through narratives, songs, myths, and . They include beliefs in spirits and higher and lower gods, sometimes including a supreme being, as well as the veneration of the dead, use of magic, and African traditional medicine.Igbo calendarThe Igbo calendar (Igbo: Ọ̀gụ́àfọ̀ Ị̀gbò) is the traditional calendar system of the Igbo people from present-day Nigeria. The calendar has 13 months in a year (Afọ), 7 weeks in a month (Ọnwa), and 4 days of Igbo market days (Eke, Orie, Afọ, and Nkwọ) in a week (Izu) plus an extra day at the end of the year, in the last month. The name of these months was reported by Onwuejeogwu (1981).
ChukwuChukwu (also known as Chineke or Olisa) is the supreme being of Odinani, the traditional spiritual system of the Igbo people of southern Nigeria. The name is a compound of the Igbo words chi (spiritual being or personal spirit) and ukwu (great), meaning "the Great Spirit" or "the Great Chi." Chukwu is the source of all things, the creator of the universe and all living beings, and the ultimate authority over both the earthly and spiritual worlds.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.