Sankofa (return and fetch it). Se
wo were fi na wosankofa a yenkyi. It is no taboo
to return and fetch it when you forget. You can always
undo your mistakes.
Nhwimu (crossing). The divisions
done on to the plain cloth before the stamping is
done.
Keerapa (Musu yide). Good fortune
sanctity. Kerapa te se okera. Okyiri fi. Sanctity
like a cat. Abhors filth. Symbol of sanctity and good
fortune.
Fihankra (the circular
house of complete house). This signifies safety
or security in a home.
Nyame nwu na mawu. If Nyame (God)
dies, then I may die. Perpetual existence.
Ohene niwa (in the King's eye).
The King has lots of eyes and nothing is hidden from
him.
Akoma (the heart). Nya akoma (take
heart). Have patience. Symbol of patience and
endurance.
Biribi wo soro. Nyame biribi wo soro
na ma embeka mensa. God there is something in
the heavens, let it reach me. A symbol of hope.
Nsoroma (a child of the heavens).
Obu Nyankon soroma te Nyame na onte neho so. A
child of the Supremem Being I do not depend on myself.
My illumination is only a reflection of his.
Krado - mmra krado (Seal of law and
order). Symbolising the authority of the court.
Kode mower ewa (the talons of the
eagle). This is said to be shaved on the heads
of some court attendants.
Aya (the firn). This word also
means I am not afraid of you. A symbol of defiance.
Osrane ne nsoroma (moon and star).
A symbol of faithfulness.
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Nyame dua (an altar to
the sky God). Altar, place of worship.
Mframa-dan (wind house). House
built to stand windy and treacherous conditions.
Aban (fence). Representing fenced
homes. A protector. Double security. Safe and sound.
Fool proof.
Anibere a enso gya, nka mani abere
koo. Seriousness does not show fiery eyes else
you will see my face all red.
