Saturday, April 5, 2008

Gye Nyame

The Ghanaian people have a rich culure. And it is said that there are no athiests in Ghana. This culture is full of gods. But, even in their ancient beliefs, they believe in a supreme being, a supreme God who is Lord over all.

This is an ancient Ashanti symbol. It reflects the supremacy, power and dominion of God over all situations and creations. He is therefore reguarded as the immortal, omnipotent, omnicient and omnipresent. This is a symbol of the supremacy of God.

Does the one, true God have lordship in your life? Is He the one who goes before, after and beside you? Is He the one to whom you look to for forgiveness, peace, mercy and perfect love? He is for me. I hope He is for you, too.

2 comments:

  1. Nice symbols!!!

    And interesting analogy. I would think, at first glance, this would be easy to relate about God, but on second thought it might be harder. I mean there are so many similarities it might be easy for the people to assimilate Jesus into their already present polytheism.

    Great information and insight.

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  2. Interesting! I'd love to learn more about the world and its beliefs.


    Yes, I know the one and true God. So glad you do too.

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