Ofo: Igbo Ritual and Symbol by C.I. Ejizu (English) Paperback Book

Description: Ofo by C.I. Ejizu, Christopher I. Ejizu A study of Igbo ritual symbolism is of primary significance to the systematic reconstruction of Igbo traditional religious experience and life. As the clearest visible expression of the corpus of Igbo beliefs, sacred symbols provide reliable information about indigenous religious thought and socio-cultural life. This is especially the case with the dominant symbol of Ofo, since it occupies a unique place in the Igbo ritual network. The book makes a systematic and detailed analysis of Ofo ritual symbol, including its provenance, structural variations and functional range in the different sub-cultural zones of Igboland, and its dense meaning- content. The study is presented from a historical perspective. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A study of Igbo ritual symbolism is of primary significance to the systematic reconstruction of Igbo traditional religious experience and life. As the clearest visible expression of the corpus of Igbo beliefs, sacred symbols provide reliable information about indigenous religious thought and socio-cultural life. This is especially the case with the dominant symbol of Ofo, since it occupies a unique place in the Igbo ritual network. The book makes a systematic and detailed analysis of Ofo ritual symbol, including its provenance, structural variations and functional range in the different sub-cultural zones of Igboland, and its dense meaning- content. The study is presented from a historical perspective. Details ISBN9781562684 Author Christopher I. Ejizu Short Title OFO Pages 216 Publisher Fourth Dimension Publishing Company Language English ISBN-10 9781562684 ISBN-13 9789781562686 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2002 Subtitle Igbo Ritual and Symbol Imprint Fourth Dimension Publishing Company Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9789781562686 UK Release Date 2002-03-11 Publication Date 2002-03-11 Illustrations Illustrations Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:38892974;

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