Question

the golden stool directions: highlight key ideas and main points as you read about the golden stool. according to legend, in the early 1700s, the golden stool fell from the sky and fell into the lap of osei tutu from the ashanti empire. this miracle happened in a time when ghana was politically divided, and many interpreted it to mean that osei tutu was chosen by the gods to unite the kings in the area. this formally created the ashanti nation as it is known today. the golden stool itself is gilded, meaning that gold covers the wooden stool beneath. the stool has cast gold attachments to it. some believe this golden stool is the soul of the ashanti people. it is a representation of the entire ashanti community. this relic is so important that it has its own chair to rest on, which is seated right next to the king. the golden stool on its throne (1935). gold over wood and cast - gold attachments. 1700 ce. notice the golden stool in the ashanti flag to the left. why do you think this might be included in the ashanti peoples national flag?

Explanation:

The Golden Stool is of great cultural - religious and political significance to the Ashanti people. It symbolizes unity, as it is believed to have signaled Osei Tutu's divine selection to unite the area's kings, creating the Ashanti nation. It is also seen as the soul of the Ashanti people. Including it on the flag represents these important aspects of Ashanti identity and heritage.

Answer:

The Golden Stool is included in the Ashanti people's national flag because it is a symbol of unity, divine selection of Osei Tutu, and represents the soul of the Ashanti people, signifying their important cultural, religious, and political heritage.