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African mythology has not been well studied, and is not well known. But when you do look at it, as Dr. Clyde W. Ford has, you find that not only does it exist, it “confirms the belief that at the deepest layers of who we are we have a lot more in common. Including the way we tell our stories. More in common than we have differences between us.” That’ll knock those who thrive on stressing the differences among black and white for a loop, especially when combined with the newly emerging archeological and anthropological data that says man originated and developed in Africa before moving on. This matter of African mythology is a delightful subject, one that reflects people who, just like people everywhere, have tried to deal with their humanity, explain the origin of the universe and of life, and express their values in human terms. Mythology, including African mythology, is far more than mere storytelling or folklore. It is a sacred story from the past, perhaps the earliest form of history, science, or philosophy. Read the rest of this entry »