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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...

Popular attributes of God in Ewe according to an evaluation by a native

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I wrote about attributes of God in Ewe and provided their meanings in English Language and the inputs from my audience show how interested people are in this topic. Delve deep into attributes of God in Ewe Language and get some fascinating information. Attributes of God in Ewe are normally common in that they are taken as names for children or individuals as names are regarded highly as an influencer in the life of every human being especially in our culture. Mawulolo This attributes means that God is great. With a look at the tremendous creation man sees around him, the Ewes do recognize the hand of the Supreme God who brought all things into existence. Again, naming a child "MAWULOLO" is profound. Another similar attribute to 'Mawulolo' is 'Mawuenyega' and all speak about the greatness of God. In the olden days as history would narrate dangers and threats in all forms, couples who happen to sail safely through unforeseen hazards and are able to give birth ca...

Attributes of God in Ewe and their meaning

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Attributes of God  as many know it refers to the titles given to God because of who He is and what He does. These attributes are special attributions and they are unique in the making as they differ from one language to the other. The most important thing that is worth noting is that no matter the differences in the language used for these titles, they can at times have the same or similar meaning as all humans are basically a family.  The Ewes of Ghana have many titles used to refer to the Maker and it is very obvious in Ewe names among other instances. We will delve into some of these attributes and also talk about what they mean and some applicable uses. Consider the Bible which has many names attributed to God because He is kind, compassionate, good, loving, wonderful, mighty, all-powerful, all-knowing, ever-present everywhere. [Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, you who lead Joseph like a flock. You who are enthroned upon the cherubim, shine forth. PSALM 80:1 ESV] In Ghana l...