top of page
Hailing the Lioness: Wisdom

Hailing the Lioness: Wisdom

$29.99 Regular Price
$19.99Sale Price
Unleash your Crown: Rule with Pride and Comb with Royalty! Combs of the Afro'Futurist
 
The Afri'Komb is a functional, yet artistically crafted grooming tool designed by Ghanaian Artist, Kwame Brako. The "Triad of Consciousness 'Kombs" start a series stemming from his comb art, which Comb'ine his traditional and cultural heritage through his art, adinkra symbolism and storytelling. 
 
 
Talisman Komb Adinkra Symbol Meaning:
 
Nyame Nti 
By God’s grace. More literally, “Because of God.” A symbol of faith and trust in God. The proverb associated with this symbol is, “Nyame nti, menwe wura,” to wit, “Because of God (by God’s grace), I won’t feed on leaves (like an animal).”
 
Bese Saka:
-portrays a bunch of cola nuts, which were once highly valued in Akan society and symbolize affluence, abundance, and togetherness.
 
Bese Saka serves as a reminder of the richness that emerges when individuals come together, share resources, and work towards common goals.
 
The Wisdom Talisman (Komb)
"The Triad of Consciousness: Knowledge, Wisdom and Understanding" emphasizes the awareness and deeper understanding that comes from integrating knowledge, wisdom, and understanding. 
 
Wisdom: Wisdom goes beyond mere knowledge; it involves the ability to apply knowledge judiciously and make sound decisions based on understanding, experience, and insight.
  • encompasses discernment, good judgment, and the capacity to evaluate situations critically. It often involves understanding the deeper implications and consequences of actions and choices.
  •  (feminine) is personified as a woman who has much to offer—including “enduring wealth, prosperity” and “life”—to anyone who would heed her words.
----------------------------------------------
Together, knowledge, wisdom, and understanding form a trinity that represents the progression from acquiring information to applying it thoughtfully and comprehending its broader significance.
 
This trinity is often seen as essential for personal growth, intellectual development, and spiritual enlightenment.

FEATURED ITEMS