Unit 4 Africa Lesson 1 African Kingdoms and Religions

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Traditional Religions

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Belief systems that are indigenous to Africa, often involving the worship of ancestors and nature spirits.

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Bantu Migration

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The movement of the Bantu people, which spread language and culture across Africa.

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Ancient African Kingdoms

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Historical states in Africa, such as Mali, Ghana, and Songhai, known for their wealth and trade.

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Afrikaner

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A South African ethnic group descended from predominantly Dutch settlers.

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Zulu Kingdom

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A powerful state in Southern Africa during the 19th century, led by leaders like Shaka Zulu.

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Vodou

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A syncretic religion practiced chiefly in Haiti, combining elements of African religions with Christianity.

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Ancestral Worship

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The practice of honoring deceased ancestors who are believed to influence the living.

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Loas (Lwa)

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Spirits in the Vodou religion, each with distinct personalities and roles.

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Syncretism

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The blending of different religious or cultural traditions into a new system.