** Abstract

** Theories of divine kingship

** The Shilluk as seen from Equatttoria

** Three propositions

** A brief outline of Shilluk history

** Mytho-history

** A word on Nilotic cosmologies

** The legend of Nyikang

** Return to Fashoda

** The intallation ritual: description

** The installation ritual: analysis

** Some words by way of conclusion

** Bibliography