RELATIONS BETWEEN SELF AND VITAL FORCE IN IGBO CONTEXT

Charles Ikechukwu Okoro, Christian C. Emedolu (PhD), Jude Godwins (PhD)

Abstract


Placidé Tempels’ Bantu Philosophy dwelt essentially on the concept of vital force. His equation of being with force in Bantu philosophy gives the impression that being in all of Africa is equal to force. There might be relations but the extent and the manner of its application may be limited from one African culture to another. This article thus argues that ‘vital force’ does not apply in all cultures in Africa, especially, that of the Igbo of South-Eastern Nigeria. 

Keywords


Bantu Philosophy, Selfhood, Relations, Vital Force, Igbo Ontology.

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