(ThyBlackMan.com) Music and song has always served as a catalyst to help Black/African Americans maintain a sense of internal calmness and hope during strife; cultivate, embrace and express individuality; as well as represented that living connection to and displayed through craftily-strung together lyrics trophies of cultural history, knowledge and heritage. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The concept of “Black relationship” is multi-dimensional, encompassing not only romantic relationships between Black individuals but also familial, cultural, historical, and societal bonds that shape the Black experience. To understand the depth and complexity of Black relationships, one must delve into the historical context, the cultural nuances, and the ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) There’s an African proverb it goes “When you want to measure the wellness of a community you ask: ‘How are the children doing?’” In America, the answer is very clear on how it treats its children. It is the same answer as it treats its middle aged and seniors. ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The world of literature is vast, varied, and constantly evolving. Among the myriad of voices that have shaped and transformed it, there is a distinctive group of black authors who have carved out a significant space for themselves. But when it comes to sales and global recognition, one name ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The question of who the best African American poet was is both subjective and difficult to answer definitively, given the rich tapestry of African American literature that has graced the world over the centuries. Each poet brought their unique voice, perspective, and lived experiences to their work, and to ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Black poetry, often synonymous with African American poetry, has roots that dig deep into the soil of history, stretching back to the beginnings of the African American experience. It is a genre rich in emotion, insight, and depth, resonating with the rhythms of the African diaspora. The “Black poetry ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) The world of poetry is vast, varied, and deeply personal. Among its luminaries, Black poets have long stood as beacons of resilience, hope, and unparalleled creativity. These poets, often emerging from the crucibles of racial injustice, societal prejudice, and personal strife, have used their verses to encapsulate the Black ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) It is how most of us live, in and with our routines. So much so that at times if something interrupts them or one is taken away our world seems to crash. Case in point I have to have my cup of coffee in the morning. If not then ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) All sides on this issue are not telling the whole truth, largely because all sides refused to accept the truth and their role in the conflict. Largely because they are sticking to their spiritual, cultural and historic beliefs. So I am going to give you an unbiased, objective assessment ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Before you quickly say “of course not”, I suggest you read this article. But before you do, make sure the lights are on, the doors are locked, the closets are closed and you don’t look under the bed. This time of year quite a few people are amazed by ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As I have noted before, Florida’s Gov. Ron DeSantis’ fear about the teaching of Black History in his state’s public schools probably resulted from his having read or heard about a February 1982 Ebony Magazine article “Why Black History Is Important To You.” Written by the great journalist/historian/author/master teacher, ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Meanwhile, when Esau, the older twin brother of Jacob, was 40 years old, he married two Canaanite women, which was an act of defiance. Isaac was going to give his bloodline blessing to Esau, his favorite son, when the brothers were 70 years old, in 2088. But Jacob, Rebekah’s ...