Tenkamenin Boateng
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Concept of Blackness in Songhay
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The Meaning of Black in the Songhay Language
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Ɔbenfo Ọbádélé, Kwaku and Kwabena6 Comments 1 Share-
“From these examples in the Sožay language, we can observe and conclude that black (bibi) symbolizes the:
a) beauty and totality (i.e., the fullest expression of the sun);
b) purity and reliability (i.e., fresh, clear water);
c) fertility and productivity (i.e., the richest soil; and
d) quality and durability (i.e., lasting color).
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“In the Songhoy language the concept of “Black” (bibi) or “Blackness” (borobibi or kuurubibi) identifies the color and refers to people of African descent as well. This concept is never used to designate anything negative. In fact, bibi and its extended meanings represent positive valuations in the Songhoy—Senni language.”
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Nana Kambon posted this folktale in the thread.
THE HYENA’S TALE
Once upon a time, Hyena went to see the village shoemaker to ask him to
make a leather box for her gris-gris (amulet).
However, Hyena was very concerned about what color the shoemaker would use to finish the job. So she asked the shoemaker:
“Which color do you think I need,… Read more
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