scholarly journals The Coptic origins of the Yoruba

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Agai M. Jock
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Samuel Johnson ◽  
Historical Study ◽  
Coptic Church

The theory according to which the Yoruba ancestors were Coptic Christians seemed unpopular amongst many Yoruba people despite the fact that the theory was proposed by the most revered Yoruba historian, Samuel Johnson. The aims of this research are firstly, to study Johnson’s Coptic theory of the Yoruba origins and secondly, to highlight the circumstances that might have informed him to associate the Yoruba people with the Coptic Church. This research is achieved through a historical study of a possible interaction between certain ethnic groups in Nigeria and the Coptic Church, and through a comparative study of Church liturgies amongst the Copts and those of the Yoruba traditional churches. The researcher explained that Johnson’s Christian background influenced his narrative of connecting the Yoruba origins with the Copts. The researcher is of the opinion that there is no evidence provided by Johnson according to which the Yoruba people originated from the Copts.

Comparative Study of Fingerprint Patterns of Two Ethnic Groups: A Nigerian Study

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (4) ◽  
pp. 270-275
Author(s):  
Efe Jennifer Jaiyeoba-Ojigho ◽  
Igho Emmanuel Odokuma ◽  
Patrick Sunday Igbigbi
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Ethnic Differences ◽  
Middle Finger ◽  
Ridge Count ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Ulnar Loop ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Southern Nigeria ◽  
The Right

Background: The uniqueness of fingerprints have made it possible for anthropologist to carry out studies on ethnic differences, heritability and linguistic relationships among individuals. The study aimed at               investigating and comparing fingerprint patterns of the Itsekiri and Urhobo ethnic groups in Warri, South Southern Nigeria. Methods:  A total of 30 males and 30 females each from the Itsekiri and Urhobo tribe were investigated. Fingerprints of participants were obtained with a Hewlett placard G4010 fingerprint scanner. Chi-square and Mann Whitney U test were used to test for an association between non parametric variables, significance was accepted at P<0.05. Results: Finding showed that the ulnar loop was the most predominant pattern in the studied population. Fingerprint patterns and total finger ridge count showed dimorphism among the Itsekiris’ as compared to the atd angle of the left fingers seen in the Urhobos’ (p = 0.021; 0.010; 0.038). Significant differences were observed in fingerprint patterns of the right and left thumb alongside the right middle finger among the respective tribes (P=0.047; 0.007; 0.024). Findings also showed a significant difference in TFRC and atd angle between the Itsekiris’ and Urhobos’ (P= 0.010; 0.002; 0.027) . Conclusions: The ulnar loop was dominant among the Itsekiri females and Urhobo males while the whorl and arch patterns were  frequent in the Itsekiri males and the Urhobo females.  Keywords: Delta State; fingerprint; Itsekiri; Urhobo; Warri.  

Cephalometric Soft Tissue Profile Analysis Between Two Different Ethnic Groups: A Comparative Study

2003 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 60-73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hayder Abdallah Hashim ◽  
Sahar F. Albarakati
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Profile Analysis ◽  
Plane Angle ◽  
Lower Lip ◽  
Nasal Tip ◽  
Caucasian Americans ◽  
Soft Tissue Profile ◽  
Facial Plane

Abstract The aim of this investigation was to study and compare the cephalometric soft tissue profile analysis between Saudis and Caucasian Americans. The study was carried out using standardized cephalometric radiographs of 56 Saudi subjects (30 males and 26 females) with pleasant and balanced facial profiles, competent lips, normal overjet and overbite, and showing no craniofacial deformities. Subject ages ranged from 22 to 23 years. One skeletal and thirteen soft tissue variables were investigated. F-test, two samples t-test, Mann-Whitney, and Wilcoxon tests were used for data analysis. The results showed no statistical significant differences between the Saudi males and females except for the angle of total facial convexity, soft tissue facial plane angle, lower lip length, sagittal nasal tip to the most protrusive lip distance, and also sagittal chin to the most protrusive lip distance. The Saudi females had a greater angle of total facial convexity and soft tissue facial plane angle than the males. In addition, the females had a shorter lower lip. They also had a short distance between the nasal tip and chin to the most protrusive lip. These results reveal significant differences in most of the soft tissue variables when comparing Saudis with Caucasian Americans as well as in other ethnic groups. Most of these variables are essential for the diagnosis and treatment planning of cases requiring orthodontics and orthognathic surgery. Citation Hashim HA, AlBarakati SF. Cephalometric Soft Tissue Profile Analysis Between Two Different Ethnic Groups: A Comparative Study. J Contemp Dent Pract 2003 May;(4)2:060-073.

A comparative study of death anxiety and death attitudes in Han and Tibetan ethnic groups

Death Studies ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Fang Yin ◽  
Yiqing He ◽  
Yu He ◽  
Heyong Shen ◽  
Kuaipeng Ip
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Death Anxiety ◽  
Death Attitudes

A comparative study of death metaphors in Han and Tibetan ethnic groups

Death Studies ◽  
2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Yu He ◽  
Fang Yin ◽  
Yiqing He ◽  
Heyong Shen ◽  
Kuaipeng Ip ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups

Verbal Participation in Group Therapy: A Comparative Study on New Mexico Ethnic Groups

1984 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 277-284 ◽  
Author(s):  
Winston W. Shen ◽  
Antonette M. Sanchez ◽  
Tsung-Down Huang
Keyword(s):  
New Mexico ◽  
Group Therapy ◽  
Comparative Study ◽  
Ethnic Groups ◽  
Verbal Participation
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