Investigating African Belief in the Concept of Reincarnation: The case of Ifá and Ayò Ọlọ́pọ́n. Symbolism among the Yoruba of Southwestern Nigeria

The concept of reincarnation, a situation where dead person comes back to life, is as old human beings. However, there divergence in the belief among various religions. African religion such Ifá uses symbols validate reincarnation. foundation culture Yoruba people. present study aims define reincarnation and ayò ọlọ́pọ́n substantiate beliefs No known work either relates with or connects solve cultural problem. fills this gap. Symbolism, mode semiotics an object signifies represents something somebody, adopted for analysis since symbolism fundamental Ifá. visitation Odù related game, linking both realization application especially Africans It determined that synergy between ọlọ́pọ́n, concludes encapsulated illustrated by ọlọ́pọ́n- religious social life are tangible means heritage contemporary controversial issues