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Justice in Africa Adinkra symbols include Fawohodie, Sepow, Kontire ne Akwamu, Wo Nsa Da Mu A, Epa, Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu, Krado – Mmra and Ohene Adwa. Power, justice and punishment African Adinkra symbols are a one of a kind visual expression of West African heritage.
Eight Justice in Africa Adinkra symbols and meanings
Fawohodie
Symbolizes Liberty
Symbol of liberty, independence, freedom, emancipation
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| Symbolizes Liberty |
Sepow
Symbolizes Justice
Knife used in executions. This is plunged through the throat of the victim’s cheeks to prevent him from invoking a curse on the King.
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Sepow Symbolizes Justice
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Kontire ne Akwamu
Symbolizes elder’s reliance and Democracy meaning one head does not make up council.
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Kontire ne Akwamu Symbolizes elder’s reliance and Democracy
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Wo Nsa Da Mu A
Symbol of taking part in government and democracy, if you have your hands in the dish.
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Wo Nsa Da Mu A Symbol of taking part in government and democracy
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Epa
Symbolizes handcuffs, a symbol of law and justice, slavery and captivity
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Epa Symbolizes handcuffs, the symbol of law and justice, slavery and captivity
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Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu or The Siamese Crocodiles
Symbolizes democracy and unity. The Siamese crocodiles share one stomach, yet they fight over food. This popular symbol is a reminder that infighting and tribalism are harmful to all who engage in it.
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Funtunfunefu-Denkyemfunefu or The Siamese Crocodiles Symbolizes democracy and unity.
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Krado Mmra
Symbolizes seal of law and order, an authority of the court.
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Krado Mmra Symbolizes seal of law and order, authority of the court.
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Ohene Adwa
Symbolizes the King’s stool and his authority.
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Ohene Adwa Symbolizes the King’s stool and his authority.
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