Apr 11 • General Topics
The Metaphysics of Ancestors in African Spirituality: The Living Continuum of Spirit and Matter
Foundations of African Metaphysic
African spirituality is rooted in the understanding that reality is not divided between the physical and spiritual—it is a continuum. In this worldview:
- The seen (material world) and unseen (spirit world) coexist and interact constantly.
- Life is cyclical, not linear—birth, death, and rebirth are interconnected phases.
- Spirit is primary, and matter is a manifestation of spirit.
This metaphysical framework forms the basis for understanding ancestors—not as “dead,” but as transformed beings of consciousness.
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The Metaphysics of Ancestors in African Spirituality: The Living Continuum of Spirit and Matter
