The Arewa Symbol: A Confluence of Philosophical, Religious and Cultural Traditions

• Authors: Kanu Ikechukwu Anthony , Pilani Michael Paul
• Languages of publication: EN

Abstracts

EN

The Arewa symbol is much more than an emblem or a decorative pattern for the people of Northern Nigeria. It is an embodiment of their rich religious, cultural and philosophical heritage. While several works have been written on the Arewa symbol, this paper distinguishes itself by its focus on the interaction of philosophy, culture, and theological ideals in the Arewa symbol. The symbol is, therefore, a metaphorical expression of the philosophical, theological and cultural principles of the Northern region’s heritage. For the purpose of achieving the aim and objectives of this paper, the historical, hermeneutic and analytical methods of inquiry will be used. The paper discovered that the Arewa symbol captures the very essence of Hausa identity and the enduring legacy of Northern Nigeria’s rich tapestry of beliefs, traditions, and wisdom.

Keywords

EN

Arewa; symbol; Northern Nigeria

• Publisher: Instytut Filozofii i Socjologii Polskiej Akademii Nauk; Fundacja Filozofia Na Rzecz Dialogu
• Journal: Dialogue and Universalism
• Year: 2024
• Issue: 2
• Pages: 223-237

Contributors

author

Kanu Ikechukwu Anthony

• African Philosophy and Religious Traditions with the Department of Philosophy, Veritas University Abuja, Nigeria

author

Pilani Michael Paul

• Veritas University Abuja