Hebrewisms of West Africa

"Hebrewisms of West Africa" is an extensive scholarly investigation into the cultural, linguistic, and religious connections between ancient Hebrew traditions and the indigenous peoples of West Africa. Focusing predominantly on the Ashanti people, Joseph J. Williams explores the theory of cultural diffusion, suggesting that Semitic influences traveled across the continent to leave a lasting impact on West African social and spiritual life.

Through a detailed examination of social structures,...