Henry Odera Oruka (June 1, 1944 – December 9, 1995) was a prominent figure in modern African philosophy, renowned for his project on Sage Philosophy. He played a crucial role in redefining philosophical discourse in Africa, moving beyond traditional thought, mythologies, and proverbs to reflect the complexities of 20th-century Africa. Along with contemporaries like Kwasi Wiredu and Paulin J. Hountondji, Oruka was instrumental in opening new pathways for African philosophy.
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Meaning of the name - Henry
ruler of the house, home ruler
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Place of Birth: Nyanza Province
Place of Death: Nairobi
Educated At: Wayne State University
Occupation: thinker | philosopher | university teacher
Awards Received: Fellow of the Kenya National Academy of Sciences
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on June 1, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for June 1, 2024 |
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| Sun | 11 Gemini 3 | 11 Gemini 41 | 27 Leo 31 |
| Moon | 10 Libra 37 | 8 Aries 0 | 17 Virgo 48 |
| Mercury | 16 Taurus 47 | 26 Taurus 53 | 21 Virgo 52 |
| Venus | 4 Gemini 7 | 10 Gemini 53 | 12 Virgo 32 |
| Mars | 5 Leo 52 | 24 Aries 25 | 24 Virgo 42 |
| Jupiter | 20 Leo 23 | 1 Gemini 34 | 5 Virgo 17 |
| Saturn | 27 Gemini 55 | 18 Pisces 42 | 7 Cancer 42 |
| Uranus | 9 Gemini 4 | 24 Taurus 14 | 12 Gemini 47 |
| Neptune | 1 Libra 30 | 29 Pisces 40 | 2 Libra 41 |
| Pluto | 6 Leo 49 | 1 Aquarius 53 | 8 Leo 55 |
| Rahu | 0 Leo 6 | 12 Aries 47 | 25 Cancer 51 |
| Ketu | 0 Aquarius 6 | 12 Libra 47 | 25 Capricorn 51 |
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