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The symbol itself consists of a special type of hand-woven fabric known as Nsaa. It stands for Authenticity, genuineness and excellence.

Nkyimu means the crossed divisions made on Adinkra cloth before stamping. It stands for precision and skillfulness

Nkotimsefo Mpua, with its four arms, is known as “the hairstyle of court attendants” and symbolizes service and loyalty.

Nkonsonkonson, consisting of two links connected together in a chain, represents more than just aphysical connection. It is a symbol of unity, interdependence, and cooperation.

The symbol stands for Reconciliation and Peacemaking. It visually depicts a knot or aknot-like pattern, symbolizing the act of binding and restoring broken relationships toRead More »The MPATAPO Adinkra Symbol & its Meaning

The symbol’s name derives from the Akan words “Mmara” meaning law, and “Krado” meaning padlock. It stands for Security, authority, justice and power of theRead More »The MMRA KRADO Adinkra Symbol & its Meaning

The symbol depicts throwing one’s weight about or showing off or Pride, Boastfulness or Inflated Pride

Hye Wo Nhye literally means “Burn, you won’t burn”. The symbol is a burning firestick, and it stands for Toughness, durability, protection

Hwehwemudua means “measuring stick”. It stands for Excellence, perfection, critical examination

Gye Nyame means Except God. It stands for the Omnipresence, Omnipotence and the supremacy of God