I am over at Writing to be Read with this month’s Dark Origins post featuring the Sotho Tswana and the malevolent Tokoloshe. I have also shared a short story about the Tokoloshe … Thanks for hosting, Kaye Lynne Booth.
The Sotho-Tswana people of southern Africa comprise of the South Sotho (Basuto and Sotho), the West Sotho (Tswana) and the North Sotho (Pedi) people.
Most Sotho people were historically herders of cattle, goats and sheep and growers of grains and tobacco. The Sotho people were also recognised for their metal and leather work as well as their wood and ivory carving.
The Sotho people live largely in Lesotho and South Africa and as a combined group are the second largest ethnic group in South Africa.
Religious beliefs
The Sotho traditionally believe in Modimo who created the world and then withdrew to Heaven. He no longer concerns himself with life on earth. Modimo is not worshipped directly but though the ancestors.
The belief in ancestors is central to Sotho traditional religion. The ancestors are believed to have an influence over the daily lives of their direct descendants. Each family is under…
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I enjoyed learning about this, Robbie. Well done.
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I enjoy these Dark Origin posts, Robbie. Heading over to read the rest. 🙂
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Sounds like an interesting group, Robbie.
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Always fascinating stories Robbie!
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I would really like to know more about Modimo, who seems not to be worshipped directly but through the ancestors. Thank you, Roberta, for having me made curious:)
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Hi Martina, worship through the ancestors is quite common in Southern Africa, they play a significant role in traditional ceremonies and customs. I’m glad you enjoyed this post.
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Robbie I do love to hear you read 💜💜
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Thank you, Willow 💜
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