Download or read book One thousand Yoruba proverbs and their translations in English written by Ganiyu Ayọ̀ọ́bámi Babátúndé Bello-Olówóòkéré and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Yoruba Proverbs written by Oyekan Owomoyela and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 515 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Yoruba Proverbs is the most comprehensive collection to date of more than five thousand Yoruban proverbs that showcase Yoruba oral tradition. Following Oyekan Owomoyela's introduction, which provides a framework and description of Yoruba cultural beliefs, the proverbs are arranged by theme into five sections: the good person; the fortunate person (or the good life); relationships; human nature; rights and responsibilities; and truisms. Each proverb is presented in Yoruba with a literal English translation, followed by a brief commentary explaining the meaning of the proverb within the oral tradition." "This definitive source book on Yoruba proverbs is the first to give such detailed, systematic classification and analysis alongside a careful assessment of the risks and pitfalls of submitting this genre to the canons of literary analysis."--BOOK JACKET.
Download or read book Yoruba Proverbs and Their Contexts written by Ayo Faleti and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2012-01-23 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 215 Yoruba proverbs with literal translations into English and the proverb's context.
Download or read book An Expository Compilation of Yoruba Proverbs written by Ayotunde O. Joshua and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-01-11 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, An Expository Compilation of Yoruba Proverbs, which comes in 2 Volumes, is essentially based on Yoruba proverbs compiled, translated and posted for several years now on "I Love Yoruba Proverbs" Facebook page and Twitter account created and administered by the author. The book, which provides over 2,500 Yoruba proverbs treated alphabetically, accompanies each proverb with its English language translation and underlying wisdom or meaning. Volume 1 of the book, presents Yoruba proverbs starting with the Yoruba alphabets of A to I in Chapters 1 to 10, while Volume 2 covers proverbs starting from J to the last Yoruba alphabet of Y in Chapters 11 to 24. Each volume ends with a comprehensive index, which provides a summarised listing of all the proverbs in alphabetical order with each proverb shortened for ease of presentation, and indicating the Volume and the page number of the book, the proverb can be found. The index allows the reader to search and check for the details of any proverb in any of the volumes of the book. With its direct and easy-to-read style, this book should prove invaluable to anyone interested in improving his or her knowledge of Yoruba proverbs and vocabulary, as well as deepening his or her proficiency of Yoruba language, as a whole. Its content should also prove a useful resource for further research work on different aspects of Yoruba proverbs.
Download or read book we l in r written by Isaac O. Delano and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book VINTAGE YORUBA PROVERBS we Il Yor b written by Wale Sasamura Owoeye and published by Oysters Press. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: VINTAGE YORUBA PROVERBS (Òwe Ilẹ̀ Yorúbá) VOLUME 2 continues the collection of wise sayings from Yoruba tribe of West Africa featured with English translation and short explanatory notes for the understanding and enjoyment of global readers. Full of wisdom, poetry and unrivaled beauty, enjoy and share the classic heritage from the heart of Africa.
Download or read book Yoruba Proverbs written by and published by . This book was released on 1960 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Yoruba Proverbs Handbook written by Ayotunde O. Joshua and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-02 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Yoruba Proverbs Handbook provides over 2,500 Yoruba Proverbs along with their concise English translations in a clear, breezy and easy-to-read style. The proverbs have been listed alphabetically to make it easy to search for and find specific proverbs. The book should prove a handy reference to anyone on the go. Treat it as a companion; take it wherever you go; treat it like a good friend and watch how proficient you become at Yoruba proverbs and Yoruba language as a whole.
Download or read book Yoruba Proverbs written by Bernth Lindfors and published by . This book was released on 1973 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Principles and Concepts of Yoruba Language and Yoruba Proverbs written by J. S. Olaoye and published by Rev. J. S. Olaoye. This book was released on 2012-06-30 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author J. S. Olaoye encourages the preservation of good heritage in his new book Principles and Concepts of Yoruba Language and 1,122 Yoruba Proverbs (2nd Edition) Chapter one deals with the basic principles guiding the writing and speaking of correct and modern sentences in Yoruba language. It begins by drawing peoples’ attention to the recognition and pronunciation of the letters of Yoruba alphabet a, b, d, correctly; to the formation of syllables and difference between old and modern writings. The guide includes the composition of short sentences. Civilization seems to have brought corresponding challenges and possible changes on peoples' outlook and lifestyles. Among these challenges is the preservation of their native culture and language. There is a great potential of losing their skills to use their mother tongue. Thus, author J. S. Olaoye releases his new book to solve and help prevent this problem from occurring. Chapter two gives and explains purposes for which Yoruba uses proverbs; and chapter three provides the different types of proverbs that are used in different situations. Chapter four contains one thousand, one hundred, twenty-two Yoruba proverbs; each with a literal English translation. This fourth chapter ended the first edition of this book with only eight hundred, sixty-two Yoruba proverbs. with the tittle Yoruba Proverbs. Chapter five contains the concept of calculation, which brought about Yoruba numerals from one to five hundred; followed by Yoruba calendar. The Yoruba calendar in turn brought to light different festival that formed up the concept of market days including weekly, monthly and yearly activities. Through Principles and Concepts of Yoruba Language and 1,122 Yoruba Proverbs (2nd Edition), by author J. S. Olaoye, parents or teachers will have perfect guide to teach their children or students the very basic skills in Yoruba language from A, B, D, to proficient conversation and reading skills, a step to preserve a great legacy.
Download or read book The ancient wisdom we Yor b written by and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Vintage Yoruba Proverbs written by Wale Owoeye and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-03-18 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: VINTAGE YORUBA PROVERBS (Owe Ile Yoruba) is a collection of wise sayings from the Yoruba Tribe of West Africa, featured with English translation for global readers. Full of wisdom and lyricism, this book is a classic heritage from the heart of Africa.
Download or read book 352 Yoruba Proverbs Sayings And Translations written by Adebanji Osanyingbemi and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The content was written by Adebanji Osanyingbemi, with contributions from Olayinka Carew aka Jack Lookman. It's a collection of wise elderly words in Yoruba, translated into English, verbally and literally. This collection contains over 350 quotes. The use of 'Nigerian English' on some occasions is intentional. It gives a bit of flavor to the content. Audio versions could be found on Social media: Youtube Facebook TikTok jacksempowerment.com Etc
Download or read book Yor b Proverbs and Philosophy written by F. I. Sotunde and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Ayelabola written by Adebola Abeni Omotayo and published by . This book was released on 2021-06-15 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ayelabola is a book of African Proverbs by the Yoruba. Each of the five hundred proverbs compiled in the book begins with the first letter of the Yoruba alphabet, 'A'. Each proverb is translated to English language to extend understanding of the proverbs to a larger audience. Ayelabola is the first in the series of African Proverbs by the Yoruba: Abeni's Collection. It will be followed by Bibiire, a collection of African Proverbs by the Yoruba under the second letter of the Yoruba alphabet, B. The title, Ayelabola, is derived from a simple Yoruba proverb that issues an all-encompassing advice against all forms of material-desire-driven vices. Ayelabola is presented in simple sentences and the English translations further unveil the meanings to those who are not so versed in Yoruba language. The book is an asset which everyone willing to further understand the Yoruba language and the Yoruba people must possess.
Download or read book Indigenous African Language Media written by Phillip Mpofu and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-04-26 with total page 464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book contributes to the sparse academic literature on African and minority language media research. It serves as a compendium of experiences, activities and case studies on the use of native language media. Chapters in this book make theoretical, methodical and empirical contributions about indigenous African language media that are affected by structural factors of politics, technology, culture and economy and how they are creatively produced and appropriated by their audiences across African cultures and contexts. This book explores indigenous African language media about media representations, media texts and contents, practice-based activities, audience reception and participation, television, popular culture and cinema, peace and conflict resolution, health and environmental crisis communication, citizen journalism, ethnic and identity formation, beat analysis and investigative journalism, and corporate communication. There are hardly any similar works that focus on the various issues relating to this body of knowledge. The book provides a valuable companion for scholars in various fields like communication, media studies, African studies, African languages, popular culture, journalism, health and environmental communication.
Download or read book 1200 African Proverbs and Their Meaning written by Adebayo Bello and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
