Dictionary of African Names, Vol. 1
Dictionary of African Names, Vol. 1

Author: B̀unmi Adebayo

Publisher: Dictionary of African names

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781420847949

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Self-discovery and self-expression are essential if you desire to grow in spiritual awareness. The emphasis in this book is the spiritual dimension of personal development. Personal development (often called self-improvement) is a popular subject these days. You can spend thousands of dollars attending courses and seminars; read hundreds of books that have been published on this subject. Many of these books, seminars, and courses can be quite helpful, and provide effective ideas and concepts that will be useful to you. Yet, there is usually something missing the spiritual aspect. We spiritualize the concept of self-development or self-expression, and raise it to a higher level. Ask yourself, "Am I using my unique God-given talents? Am I focusing my physical, mental, and spiritual energies in the right direction? Am I excited about life? Am I becoming that which I most sincerely desire to be? Do I know where I am going? Is there a plan? Am I genuinely being true to myself? If not, why not?" Assess every area of your life so that you will know exactly where you stand in relation to your goals. Each theme will have his or hers viewpoint the masculine and feminine!

The African Book of Names
The African Book of Names

Author: Askhari Johnson Hodari

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2010-01-01

Total Pages: 421

ISBN-13: 0757397735

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From an author who adopted an African name as an adult comes the most inclusive book of African names. Obama, Iman, Kanye, Laila—authentic African names are appearing more often in nurseries, classrooms, and boardrooms. The African Book of Names offers readers more than 5,000 common and uncommon names organized by theme from 37 countries and at least 70 different ethnolinguistic groups. Destined to become a classic keepsake, The African Book of Names shares in-depth insight about the spiritual, social, and political importance of names from Angola to Zimbabwe. As the most far-reaching book on the subject, this timely and informative resource guide vibrates with the culture of Africa and encourages Blacks across the globe to affirm their African origins by selecting African names. In addition to thousands of names from north, south, east, central and west Africa, the book shares: A checklist of dos and don'ts to consider when choosing a name—from sound and rhythm to origin and meaning A guide to conducting your own African-centered naming ceremony A 200-year naming calendar

Dictionary of Southern African Place Names
Dictionary of Southern African Place Names

Author: Peter E Raper

Publisher: Jonathan Ball Publishers

Published: 2014-12-08

Total Pages: 1276

ISBN-13: 1868425509

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The Dictionary of Southern African Place Names - now in its 4th edition - helps you sort your Komkhulu from your Kommetjie with the most comprehensive glossary of Southern African towns, villages, railway stations, mountains, rivers and beaches. The 9 000 short entries incorporate data from sources dating as far back as 1486, encapsulating the linguistic and cultural heritage of all the peoples of the subcontinent, past and present. In this highly readable book the expert authors take you on a fascinating journey of the highways and byways of Southern Africa. Whether you are a motorist, an adventurer or merely an armchair traveller, this book has a multitude of facts and details that will fascinate you. This is much more than a reference book - it gives an insight into what shapes a place and its people through our heroes, events, beliefs, values, fears and aspirations.

African Names
African Names

Author: Julia Stewart

Publisher: Citadel Press

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 208

ISBN-13: 9780806513867

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Names From The African Continent for Children and Adults From Aba to Zuri AFRICAN NAMES offers more than a thousand names from all corners of the African continent - as well as more than 175 surnames - for adults of African descent to use in naming their children or to substitute for their own Westernized names. Names are listed alphabetically and include country of origin, English translation also included is information on cultures and rulers of this diverse country.

AFRICAN PERSONAL NAMES
AFRICAN PERSONAL NAMES

Author: Etse Kobla Makafui Ladzekpo

Publisher: AuthorHouse

Published: 2024-08-07

Total Pages: 71

ISBN-13:

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The book contributes towards the rediscovery of the concept of African-ness and the rejuvenation of the African tradition and culture. It is in the hope of saving the African way of life that pro-Africanists have found it necessary to hold on to their native African names and encourage their use as a means of espousing the cultural heritage of the people. Though the main focus is on African names, the book slides in brief moments into some cultural elements of the African people. There is so much to be said about the people of Africa that this book cannot now fulfil. However, it is anticipated that African names are a good start to highlight the essential features of the life of the people. Consequently, it is expected that the book would aim to signify and reflect the rich diversity of Africa’s ethnic and rural communities.

The African Studies Companion
The African Studies Companion

Author: Hans Zell

Publisher: BRILL

Published: 2021-11-15

Total Pages: 863

ISBN-13: 9004502157

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Published in dual print and electronic formats, this is a new edition of a much acclaimed reference source that brings together a wide range of sources of information in the African studies field, covering both print and electronic sources. It evaluates the best online resources, the major general reference tools in print format, current bibliographies and indexing services, biographical, cartographic, statistical and economic resources, as well as film and video resources. Additionally, there are separate sections on African studies library collections and repositories throughout the world, a directory of over 250 African studies journals; listings of news sources, profiles of publishers active in the African studies field, dealers and distributors of African studies materials, African studies societies and associations, major African and international organizations, donor agencies and foundations, awards and prizes in African studies, electronic mailing lists and discussion forums, and more.