Anansi | The Crazy Story of Ghana's Spider-Man Trickster (Exploring African Folklore)

The video explores the legend of Anansi, a prominent figure in West African folklore, known for his trickster role. Anansi's stories, originating from Ghana and the Ivory Coast, have traveled across continents, symbolizing hope and rebellion. The video discusses debates on whether Anansi's tales are folklore or mythology, given his divine connections and mortal traits. Key stories include Anansi outsmarting powerful animals to acquire the Sky God's stories and his attempt to hoard wisdom, which ends in a lesson on sharing knowledge. Anansi's interactions with the night, moon, and sun further illustrate his cunning and influence.

Explain the story of Anansi and the lion and the tiger.

What lesson does Anansi learn in the story about gathering wisdom?

How does Anansi become the messenger of the sky God?

What are some characteristics of Anansi that make him a trickster figure?