Adinkra Symbols

  • Triple Moon Goddess

    Represent the phases of womanhood.

  •  (The Moon and the Star)

    Osram ne Nsoromma

    A symbol of love, harmony, and faithfulness. This symbol reflects the harmony in bonding.

  • (Return and Get it)

    Sankofa

    A symbol of importance in learning from the past.

  • (Fern)

    Aya

    A symbol of endurance and resourcefulness. This symbol suggests endurance of many adversities and outlasting much difficulty.

  • (Twisting)

    Nkyinkyim

    A symbol of initiative, versatility, and dynamism.

  • (Chain Link)

    Nkonsonkonson

    A symbol of unity and human relations. A reminder to contribute to the community and in unity lies strength.

  • (Children of the Heavens/Stars)

    Nsoromma

    A symbol of guardianship. A reminder that God is the Father that watches over all people.

  • (Ram's Horns)

    Dwennimmen

    A symbol of humility together with strength. It emphasizes that even the strong need to be humble.