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Yoruba Destiny
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Yoruba Destiny
An examination of the philosophical inconsistencies in the Yoruba culture's traditional conception of destiny.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages) |
1 source |
2006
Paper Summary:
This paper is based on the essay "Toward a Theory of Destiny" by Howard University professor Segun Gbadegesin, which points out several inconsistencies in the Yoruba culture's traditional notion of destiny. While Gbadegesin seems to conclude that the notion is not irrational, the author of this paper maintains that a deeper look at the concept is necessary before reaching that conclusion.From the Paper:
"Another problem Gbadegesin addresses is that the choice is an illusion to begin with. If a choice has to be made, and if it is impossible to gauge any distinctions in quality between the options of choice, then the choice is illusory. However, if one subscribes to the notion of destiny, this fact is not all that problematic, for all choices made throughout a predestined life are illusory."More papers on Yoruba Destiny:
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Yoruba Destiny (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 11, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Yoruba-Destiny/65593
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"Yoruba Destiny" 15 January 2012. Web. 11 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Yoruba-Destiny/65593>
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Apr 25, 2006 I am a senior with a Communications and a Philosophy major.
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