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Divining the self : a study in Yoruba myth and human consciousness /

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"Explores the dynamics of African American engagements with the Holy Odu, the unwritten sacred scriptures of the West African Ifa Orisha tradition. Examines the experiences of selected practitioners, focusing on the ways in which the divinatory narrative and associated mythology impact self-und...

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Main Author: Love, Velma E., 1949-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: University Park, Pa. : Pennsylvania State University Press, 2012.
Series:Signifying (on) Scriptures.
Subjects:
Orishas.
Ifa (Religion) > United States.
Yoruba (African people) > Religion > Influence.
African Americans > Religious life.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:"Explores the dynamics of African American engagements with the Holy Odu, the unwritten sacred scriptures of the West African Ifa Orisha tradition. Examines the experiences of selected practitioners, focusing on the ways in which the divinatory narrative and associated mythology impact self-understanding and worldview"--Provided by publisher.
Item Description:Electronic resource.
Physical Description:1 online resource (144 pages)
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9780271058276
0271058277