In Nsukka cultural settings, the ofo is often referred to as the ohoo and is made using wood from the ukwu ohoo tree. It is used exclusively by the onyishi (village elder) as both a symbol of identity and a symbol of worship, since an onyishi often prays with the ofo/ohoo in hand. The ofo grants the bearer the right to: Invoke blessings or curses.

2012年5月3日 · In Igbo culture and tradition, ofo is a ritual and religious symbol, the highest moral principle. Alongside ogu (innocence), its twin forms the bastion of moral order (Ajaebili et al., 2020 ...

2024年10月25日 · Ofo, made from the sacred Ofo tree, is a deeply revered ritual symbol in Igbo culture. It holds immense spiritual and social significance and is treated with great respect. Similarly, Ogu is created from a young palm leaf, symbolising conscience, fairness, and justice.

2020年3月25日 · Ofo is the central symbol of Igbo spirituality. It is a sacred staff of authority, and an emblem symbolizing the links between Chukwu Okike (the Creator of all) and man, the dead and the living, the living and the unborn. Ofo in Igbo …

2023年11月16日 · In this article, we delve into the profound symbolism of the Ofo in Igboland and its enduring relevance in contemporary society. From its historical roots to its contemporary significance, we uncover the multifaceted layers of meaning attached to the Ofo, shedding light on its continued reverence in Igbo culture.

2002年3月11日 · As the clearest visible expression of the corpus of Igbo beliefs, sacred symbols provide reliable information about indigenous religious thought and socio-cultural life. This is especially the case with the dominant symbol of Ofo, since it occupies a …

This work has thus studied the different dimensions of the Ofo in Igbo ontology, and has identified its role in peace-building. The Ofo, as a symbol of ruth, justice, authority and retribution, occupies a central place in the building of peace in the

According to Abanuka (2004), Ofo is made from a piece of wood from the Ogirisi tree (Newbouldia Laevis) and stands as a symbol of truth, while Ojike (1947) asserted that Ofo is a sacred...

The book makes a systematic and detailed analysis of Ofo ritual symbol, including its provenance, structural variations and functional range in the different sub-cultural zones of Igboland, and...

2025年1月1日 · The Ikenga and Ofo are enduring symbols of Igbo culture, reflecting the community’s spiritual and societal foundations. Through these artifacts, we gain a deeper understanding of the Igbo worldview, where individual achievement and communal well-being are intricately linked.