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It also covers spirits as well as deities found within the African religions—which is mostly derived from traditional African religions. Additionally, prominent mythic figures including heroes and legendary creatures may also be included in this list.
West African mythology is the body of myths of the people of West Africa. It consists of tales of various deities, beings, legendary creatures , heroes and folktales from various ethnic groups. Some of these myths traveled across the Atlantic during the period of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade to become part of Caribbean , African-American and ...
Religion and mythology differ, but have overlapping aspects. Many English speakers understand the terms "myth" and "mythology" to mean fictitious or imaginary . However, according to many dictionary definitions, these terms can also mean a traditional story or narrative that embodies the belief or beliefs of a group of people , and this ...
Pages in category "African deities" The following 15 pages are in this category, out of 15 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. A. Abassi (spirit) C.
South African Folklore originates from an oral, historical tradition. [1] It is rooted in the region's landscape [2] with animals [3] – and the animal kingdom – playing a dominant role. [4] Some of the subjects covered include: plant life taking on a human form, women being married to gods, messages being delivered by thunder.
Legendary creatures from African mythology. Subcategories. This category has the following 9 subcategories, out of 9 total. C. Central African legendary creatures (1 ...
Folklore of Africa. For ancient folklore and myths of Africa, see Category:African mythology. Subcategories. This category has the following 14 subcategories, out of ...
The Aziza (African) are a type of beneficent supernatural race in West African (specifically, Dahomey) mythology.Living in the forest, they provide good magic for hunters. . They are also known to have given practical and spiritual knowledge to people (including knowledge of the use of fi