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Lists of Ewe names and their meanings

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In the Ghanaian community and bringing it down to the Ewes, names are specifically given for different reasons. The main reason why names among this tribe are never taken for granted is that the names normally have a direct impact on the bearers. Names are given for a reason since they reflect or have an influence on the people to whom they are given. All names have meanings they represent and Ghanaian names and specifically Ewe names are not an exception.  You will be enlightened on some of these Ewe names and their various meanings. In fact, this article gives you an idea of what some Ewe names mean. Names are like organic components of the people per the people's beliefs.    We believe that individuals become the name they are given and for this reason, names are chosen carefully before being given to individuals. Some of the names are just given to show the day of the week a person is born whereas some show the circumstances around a person's birth. Below are some nam...
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Is Art different from Design? Find the answer here.

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Merriam-Webster  Dictionary defines ART as - the conscious use of skill and creative imagination especially in the production of aesthetic objects.  For example; the art of painting landscapes. Cambridge Dictionary defines DESIGN as - a drawing or set of drawings showing how a building or product is to be made and how it will work and look. Generally, the concept of what art and design are is a thing of much controversy and even at times, arriving at a conclusion about the topic isn't easy. The fact is that, art and design are related or have things in common that make it difficult to identify or state a clear difference between the two. However, there are some unique features or characteristics that distinguish the two. Read this post to the end to uncover some insights into some differences there are between art and design. Art and Design - The Differences Many times these two words are used as if they mean the same thing and in some cases, the difference isn't far-fetche...
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