Different ritual symbols in Igbo traditional religion and their functions

Symbols change in their value and functions and as a result of the changes in cultural appreciation. The change in the emphasis on the role of symbolism in general is partly consequence of cultural intellectual, social and economic transformation. All our actions are symbolic and we cannot do withou...

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Main Author: Otubah, Grace Ifeoma (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Department of Religion and Human Relations, Nnamdi Azikiwe Univ. [2015]
In: Journal of religion and human relations
Year: 2015, Volume: 7, Issue: 2, Pages: 169-177
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Ibo (People) / Traditional society / Religion / Ritual
RelBib Classification:AG Religious life; material religion
KBN Sub-Saharan Africa
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