This paper examined the socio-cultural composition and development in pre-colonial Arámokǫ-land. It describes and analyzes the various social stages recorded during the pre-colonial era as well as the human adaptive measure put in place for the various established structures. It further opined that the community; Arámokǫ, possess in large extent, the various social and cultural formations as well as a good climate to sustain its inhabitants and future generations from going into extinction. The value of marriage, family as well as other social and cultural habits i.e. hairdo, arts and craft are considered in the paper. The paper however derives its data from both primary and secondary sources.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Settlement Pattern in Brief Discuss
- Socio-cultural Activities among the Arámoką people - A Discourse
- Family
- Marriage and Family
- Social and Cultural Habits
- Political System
- Economic Activities
- Religion
- Arts and Crafts
- Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper delves into the socio-cultural makeup and development of Arámoko̟-land during the pre-colonial era. It examines the various social stages, adaptive measures implemented for established structures, and the community's capacity to sustain its inhabitants and future generations. The paper explores the importance of marriage, family, and other social and cultural practices, drawing on both primary and secondary sources.
- Socio-cultural structure and development of Arámoko̟-land in the pre-colonial era
- Adaptive measures implemented for established social structures
- The community's capacity for sustainability and future generations
- The significance of marriage, family, and other social and cultural practices
- The use of primary and secondary sources to inform the study
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The paper sets out to examine the socio-cultural institutions and activities of the Arámoką people before the arrival of the Europeans. It acknowledges the work of Samuel Johnson and J. A Atanda, whose accounts have provided insights into the history of the Yoruba people. The paper notes that while the Alárá of Arámoko̟ is not considered one of the supreme rulers of Èkìtì land, his connections to the family of Oduduwa during the migration epoch suggest a significant relationship.
- Settlement Pattern in Brief Discuss: This section describes the settlement patterns of Arámoko̟, which was a part of the Èkìtì land, governed by a traditional ruler (Alárá) and a council of chiefs. Each region had its own head, and the kingdom was represented by the 'Alárá'. Houses were built of mud and palm leaves and were controlled by the needs of the population.
- Socio-cultural Activities among the Arámoką people - A Discourse: This chapter delves into the social institutions of pre-colonial Arámoko̟, including family, marriage, social and cultural habits, political system, economic activities, religion, and arts and crafts. The paper explores the importance of family structures, polygamy, and the roles of men and women in the community.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The paper focuses on the socio-cultural landscape of Arámoko̟-land during the pre-colonial era, exploring key themes such as social structure, development, family, marriage, and cultural practices. The study also highlights the community's ability to sustain its inhabitants and future generations.
- Quote paper
- Osadola Oluwaseun Samuel et al. (Author), 2018, Socio-cultural Structure and Development of Arámokǫ Land, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/437762
