A critical examination of Oche Ola Mu – The concept of the human person from an Idoma perspective
Keywords:
Oche Ola Mu, Idoma perspective, Human person concept, African cultures, Adoka community, Nigeria, Christian Religious Studies, Well-being components, Semi-structured interviews, Indigenous philosophy
Abstract
This article explores the concept of the human person from an Idoma perspective, which has, unlike other African cultures, received limited attention in recent years. It examines the various components of the human person, emphasizing the function and significance of each element in promoting overall well-being. It draws on data collected from semi-structured interviews conducted with members of Adoka, an Idoma-speaking community in Nigeria.
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Published
2022-06-21
How to Cite
Habila Kitause, R., Augustina Ojochenemi, A., & Alapa Peters, O. (2022). A critical examination of Oche Ola Mu – The concept of the human person from an Idoma perspective. GPH-International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research, 5(05), 92-98. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14626299
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