Matrix of African Proverbs: The Ethical and Spiritual Blueprint for True Civilization Contributor(s): Ashby, Muata (Author) |
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ISBN: 1884564771 ISBN-13: 9781884564772 Publisher: Sema Institute OUR PRICE: $17.99 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2010 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Social Science | Ethnic Studies - African American Studies - Social Science | Sociology - Marriage & Family - Philosophy | Social |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.80 lbs) 252 pages |
Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - African American |
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Publisher Description: A matrix is a foundation upon which something is created. It is also a framework or structure that a construction can be based upon. The matrix is a guide. The question is what are the ideas and principles that African culture and society has been based on from time immemorial? In terms of African society and civilization the matrix is proverbial wisdom teachings. African proverbial wisdom teachings are aphorisms that may be found from ancient to modern times that contain a uniquely African perspective on life, social organization and spiritual existence that has been refined and encapsulated over generations. African proverbial wisdom teachings contain the guiding principles that were used by ancient African societies and which can still be found in use throughout Africa for the transference of wisdom containing a code for the architecture of a well ordered society and also for personal material and spiritual fulfillment. This volume is dedicated to outlining those principles embedded in African Proverbial Wisdom teachings for those who want to recapture the innate African acumen for creating political and economic well-being and spiritual connection to the universe. |