Contents

Dedication

Introduction

Proverbs

Birth
Origin
Pregnancy and Childbirth
Naming

Childhood
Parents and Parenting
Children and Youth

Adolescence, Initiation and Rites of Passage
Quiet, Silence and Stillness
Identity and Individuality
Change and Adaptability
Education

Love, Marriage and Intimacy
Family and Kinship
Friendship
Women and Men
Beauty and Appearance
Love and Intimacy
Marriage
Sex
Closeness and Familiarity
Home

Challenge
Luck and Fortune
Fear
Abuse, Hatred and Dislike
Enemies and Foes
Fools and Foolishness
Trouble and Adversity
Criticism and Complaint
Hypocrisy
Deceit and Betrayal
Gossip
Lies and Falsehood
Jealousy and Envy
Quarrels and Conflict
Anger
Forgiveness
Sadness and Sorrow
Power
Strength
Caution and Safety
Readiness, Planning and Preparation
Priority and Focus
Moderation
Order and Process
Earth and Land
Appropriateness
Acceptance
Opportunity
Ability
Common Sense
Health and Wellness
Time

Ethics and Values
God
Purpose and Destiny
Prayer, Faith, and Hope
Truth
Trust
Responsibility
Work and Productivity
Money and Wealth
Poverty
Debt
Evil and Shame
Greed and Theft
Pride and Vanity
Humility
Insight and Introspection
Discretion
Consequence, Cause and Effect
Equality and Equity
Justice
Peace, Resolution and Reconciliation
Loyalty
Community
Unity and Cooperation
Help and Assistance
Character and Reputation
Patience, Perseverance and Persistence
Respect and Reciprocity
Generosity, Giving and Receiving
Kindness and Good Deeds
Goodness
Gratitude
Courage and Bravery
Authenticity
Joy and Happiness

Elderhood
Age, Elders and Experience
Advice and Counsel
Knowledge
Usefulness

Death and Afterlife
Death and Dying
Ancestors

Acknowledgements

Appendix A- Map Of The Transatlantic Slave Trade

Bibliography
About the Authors

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