Jola muslims would wear special verses of the Qur'an given to them by an Islamic teacher or marabout. These verses are tied up in a leather pouch, a goat's horn, or other special …

Similar to other indigenous religions in Africa, the Jola have shrines, charms, sacred forests, sacred lands, and secret masquerades, all of which play a central role in Jola cosmology.

Situated in close proximity to the mighty Gambia and Cassamance rivers, as well as the Atlantic Coast, the Jola have always counted fishing among their livelihoods.

Jola builds custom eCommerce websites, configurators, and digital tools that simplify complex workflows and drive growth for premium brands.

Dec 4, 2024 · The Jola are best known for their expertise in wet rice farming, a practice that has been central to their economy for over a thousand years. This method of cultivation is …

The Jola or Diola (endonym: Ajamat) are an ethnic group found in Senegal, the Gambi a, and Guinea-Bissau. Most Jola live in small villages scattered throughout Senegal, especially in the …

Photographs show the front and reverse sides of the coins--the first coins minted in Texas (1818)--in collection of the Frost National Bank, San Antonio.

May 25, 2022 · The 1817 and 1818 Jola tokens were issued under the Viceroyalty of New Spain in a frontier province that now corresponds to parts of present-day Texas. Explore what sets …

Feb 5, 2025 · The Jola people, also known as the Diola or Joola, are an ethnic group primarily found in the Casamance region of Senegal, as well as in parts of The Gambia and Guinea …

Although the Jola people practice a variety of religions, including Christianity and Islam, this article will focus on the traditional beliefs, mythology, and rituals of the culture.