Adinkra Magnets

"Aya" in the Akan language means “fern.” It is a symbol of endurance, independence, defiance against difficulties, hardiness, perseverance, and resourcefulness.

Sankofa is often expressed in the Akan language as "sewo were fi nawosankofa a yenki". Which means it is not an abomination to return and take what you forgot. Sankofa teaches that to record successes and move forward, we have to return to our roots. In other words, Sankofa translates to gathering good lessons learned in our past and using them to achieve future goals.

Ancient african symbol, this tribal sign stands for Omnipotence of God. Adinkra are powerful and meaninful symbols, from akan mythology. Perfect for an awakened man, or for an Africa culture lover.

Adinkra Denkyen African Crocodile Symbol. The crocodile lives in water yet it breathes air. It is a symbol of adaptability and cleverness. Unique one of a kind artwork illustration created by Ann-Marie Cheung @heartsake

The Aban symbol depicts a castle, or fortress. It represents strength, safety and authority.

The Aban symbol depicts a castle, or fortress. It represents strength, safety and authority.

Symbol of cooperation and interdependence.

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Denkyem means “crocodile” in the Akan language. It is a symbol of adaptability, cleverness. From the Akan proverb, “Ɔdɛnkyɛm da nsuo mu nanso ɔhome mframa,” which means, “The crocodile lives in water yet it breathes air.” One may attribute the adaptability of the reptile to himself to show his own adaptability and ingenuity coupled with formidability and mystery. The idea that it takes ingenuity to live in water but breathe air comes from the inability of humans to do that. Hence, the anthropomorphized crocodile becomes a symbol that embodies superhuman traits the user desires to communicate about himself.

"Akofena" in the Akan language means “sword of war.” It also represents the state ceremonial swords. It is a symbol of state authority, legality, the legitimized authority of a ruler, recognition of gallantry of heroic deeds. Ghana’s coat of arms shows one of these ceremonial swords crossed with a linguist’s staff in its top left quadrant.

Mpatapo in the Akan language means “pacification knot.” It is a symbol of pacification, forgiveness, and reconciliation.

Adinkra Sankofa Symbol meaning "Universe"

The Aban symbol depicts a castle, or fortress. It represents strength, safety and authority.

Adinkra symbols were originally created by the Bono people of Gyaman, an Akan people of Ghana.

Sankofa is often expressed in the Akan language as "sewo were fi nawosankofa a yenki". Which means it is not an abomination to return and take what you forgot. Sankofa teaches that to record successes and move forward, we have to return to our roots. In other words, Sankofa translates to gathering good lessons learned in our past and using them to achieve future goals.

Aban is the Akan word for “fortress” or “castle.” It is a symbol of strength, seat of power, authority, and magnificence.

"Akofena" in the Akan language means “sword of war.” It also represents the state ceremonial swords. It is a symbol of state authority, legality, the legitimized authority of a ruler, recognition of gallantry of heroic deeds. Ghana’s coat of arms shows one of these ceremonial swords crossed with a linguist’s staff in its top left quadrant.

Adinkra symbols were originally created by the Bono people of Gyaman, an Akan people of Ghana. The symbols have a decorative function but also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.

The Dwennimmen is an Adinkra symbol with its origins in Ghana. Dweninmmen means “the horns of a ram.” and represents strength, humility, wisdom, and learning.

African Adinkra symbols. Adinkra symbols were originally created by the Bono people of Gyaman, an Akan people of Ghana. Gyaman King Nana Kwadwo Agyemang Adinkra originally created or designed these symbols and named it after himself 'Adinkra'. The symbols have a decorative function but also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.

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African Adinkra symbols. Adinkra symbols were originally created by the Bono people of Gyaman, an Akan people of Ghana. Gyaman King Nana Kwadwo Agyemang Adinkra originally created or designed these symbols and named it after himself 'Adinkra'. The symbols have a decorative function but also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.

African Adinkra symbols. Adinkra symbols were originally created by the Bono people of Gyaman, an Akan people of Ghana. Gyaman King Nana Kwadwo Agyemang Adinkra originally created or designed these symbols and named it after himself 'Adinkra'. The symbols have a decorative function but also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.

The Dwennimmen is an Adinkra symbol with its origins in Ghana. Dweninmmen means “the horns of a ram.” and represents strength, humility, wisdom, and learning.

Adinkra Sankofa African Symbol. Unique one of a kind artwork illustration created by @heartsake

African Adinkra Symbols meaning Justice.

Sankofa is often expressed in the Akan language as "sewo were fi nawosankofa a yenki". Which means it is not an abomination to return and take what you forgot. Sankofa teaches that to record successes and move forward, we have to return to our roots. In other words, Sankofa translates to gathering good lessons learned in our past and using them to achieve future goals.

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African Adinkra symbols. Adinkra symbols were originally created by the Bono people of Gyaman, an Akan people of Ghana. Gyaman King Nana Kwadwo Agyemang Adinkra originally created or designed these symbols and named it after himself 'Adinkra'. The symbols have a decorative function but also represent objects that encapsulate evocative messages that convey traditional wisdom, aspects of life or the environment.

Woforo Dua Pa A means “when you climb a good tree.” It is from the Akan proverb, “Woforo dua pa a na yepia wo,” meaning “It is when you climb a good tree that we give you a push.” It is a symbol of support for good causes.

"Gye Nyame" means “Except God” in the Akan language. It expresses the omnipotence and supremacy of God in all affairs. "Gye Nyame" is arguably the most popular Adinkra symbol. It expresses the deep faith the Akans have in the Supreme Being, called by many names and titles including Onyame (Nyame), Onyankopɔn, Twereduampɔn (the reliable one), and many others.

"Gye Nyame" means “Except God” in the Akan language. It expresses the omnipotence and supremacy of God in all affairs. "Gye Nyame" is arguably the most popular Adinkra symbol. It expresses the deep faith the Akans have in the Supreme Being, called by many names and titles including Onyame (Nyame), Onyankopɔn, Twereduampɔn (the reliable one), and many others.

The adinkra symbols mean "initiative," "perseverance," "power of love", "change," and "transformation." Akan chiefs wore them originally. The other dress designs are meant to resemble art from the Yoruba people and West African dress designs.

"Omnipresence" Africa Sankofa Adinkra Symbol.

Sankofa is often expressed in the Akan language as "sewo were fi nawosankofa a yenki". Which means it is not an abomination to return and take what you forgot. Sankofa teaches that to record successes and move forward, we have to return to our roots. In other words, Sankofa translates to gathering good lessons learned in our past and using them to achieve future goals.

"Akofena" in the Akan language means “sword of war.” It also represents the state ceremonial swords. It is a symbol of state authority, legality, the legitimized authority of a ruler, recognition of gallantry of heroic deeds. Ghana’s coat of arms shows one of these ceremonial swords crossed with a linguist’s staff in its top left quadrant.