Symbol Meanings & Affirmations
SANKOFA
“Return and get it.” This symbol teaches us the importance of going back to reclaim wisdom from the past to build a stronger future.
Affirmation: I honor the lessons of yesterday as I step confidently into tomorrow.
GYE NYAME
“Except for God.” A sacred reminder of divine presence, guidance, and protection.
Affirmation: I walk in faith, knowing I am divinely guided and protected.
BESE SAKA
“Sack of cola nuts.” A symbol of abundance, wealth, and unity.
Affirmation: Abundance flows through me; prosperity is my legacy.
DUAFE
“The wooden comb.” A symbol of feminine beauty, nurturing, and self-care.
Affirmation: I radiate beauty and care for myself with love and grace.
DWENNIMMEN
“Ram’s horns.” A symbol of strength and humility.
Affirmation: I embody strength with humility, courage with compassion.
NYAME DUA
“Tree of God.” Represents divine presence and blessings.
Affirmation: I flourish under divine guidance and blessings.
SUNSUM
“Spirit.” Represents the spirit within that connects us to our higher self and the Creator.
Affirmation: My spirit is powerful, and I align with divine truth.
ODO NNYEW FIE KWAN
“Love never loses its way home.” Represents enduring love and unity.
Affirmation: Love is my compass; it always guides me home.
ABODE SANTANN
“Totality of the universe.” A symbol of the vast expanse of creation — both natural and social. It incorporates the eye, rays of the sun, the double crescent moon, and the stool — representing divine creation and human creativity.
Affirmation: I live in harmony with the vast creation of the universe and the wisdom of the ancestors.
HYE WON HYE
“That which does not burn.” A symbol of resilience, imperishability, and endurance.
Affirmation: I rise through every challenge; nothing can destroy me.