Adinkra Gifts
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Gye Nyame
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"except for God" symbol of the supremacy of God This unique and beautiful symbol is ubiquitous in Ghana. It is by far the most popular for use in decoration, a reflection on the deeply religious character of the Ghanaian people
Denkyem
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"crocodile" symbol of adaptability The crocodile lives in the water, yet breathes the air, demonstrating an ability to adapt to circumstances.
Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu
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"Siamese crocodiles" symbol of democracy and unity The Siamese crocodiles share one stomach, yet they fight over food. This popular symbol is a remind that infighting and tribalism is harmful to all who engage in it.
Sankofa
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"return and get it" symbol of importance of learning from the past
Sankofa
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"return and get it" symbol of importance of learning from the past
Adinkrahene
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"Chief of the adinkra symbols" symbol of greatness, charisma and leadership This symbol is said to have played an inspiring role in the designing of other symbols. it signifies the importance of playing a leadership role.
Dwennimmen
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"ram's horns" symbol of humility together with strength The ram will fight fiercely against an adversary, but it also submits humbly to slaughter, emphasizing that even the strong need to be humble.
Nyame Biribi Wo Soro
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"God is in the heavens" symbol of hope A reminder that God's dwelling place is in the heaven, where he can listen to all prayers.
Nkyinkyim
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"twisting" symbol of initiative, dynamism and versatility
Akoma Ntoso
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"linked hearts" symbol of understanding and agreement
Nyame Nti
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"by God's grace" symbol of faith and trust in God similar to Gye Nyame According to The Adinkra Dictionary by W. Bruce Willis: "This stalk is depicted as the staff of life in many cultures. It symbolizes to the Akan that food is a basis of life and that they could not survive if not for the food that God has placed here on Earth for their nourishment."
Nsoromma
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"child of the heavens [stars]" symbol of guardianship A reminder that God is the father and watches over all people.