Yoruba Proverb and Philosophy

Description

The main thrust of proverbs is the edification of man and society. Proverbs are the product of interactive relationships of man in society. Animism animatism and folklore are other sources of proverbs whose prime function is to teach. To use proverbs is to propagate (teach) the truism and moral they contain. By its nature, the message of a proverb is not to be taken at its face value because the words of the message are usually a camouflage. The society is dynamic, so are proverbs; this is how some proverbs become anachronistic. and new ones emerge. Having 3,230 proverbs in one volume provides a wide variety to the reader. and enhances his rapid mastery of proverbs. The philosophy underpinning each proverb can be accessed with humility and an enquiring mind The proverbs have been translated into English to expand the readership frontiers Goodlifeism is the name given to the Yorùbá philosophy of ife premised on honest and diligent labour, character and divine intervention most be Yorùbá youth are urged to take seriously, and try to live by, the tenets of the philosophy, which include personal freedom, prudent management of resources, honesty,. pious spiritual life, humility and courage.