Tag: Dan

Traditionally, these masks are deeply woven into the fabric of numerous ceremonies, ranging from agricultural rites and initiations to war preparations and peacekeeping endeavors. Each Dan mask is believed to house a unique spirit, or ‘gle’, which functions as a protective force, guiding...

I’m sitting in Souvenir Coffee Company, located at 3084 College Avenue in Berkeley, reading Dan Koe’s new book, The Art of Focus. I decided yesterday that I would write an honest review and post it to Amazon. But, I’ve changed my mind because a normal review wouldn’t do...

I had, from time to time, checked in the prisoner databases to see if I could figure out what had become of him after his arrest. Since I wrote an entry about his arrest, people sent me messages asking me to convey their sympathy to his ex, Holly, or wanting to talk to me as if to quit the...

In the rich tapestry of West African culture, the Dan Mask holds a prominent place, hailed as a potent symbol of spirituality, social organization, and artistic prowess. Originating from the Dan people, who inhabit the western regions of Ivory Coast and Liberia, these masks — also referred to ...