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AFRICA: Rites of passage

AFRICA: Rites of passage. RITE OF BIRTH. Introduces the child to the world through a ritual and naming ceremony. Africans believe infants come from spirit world. Name is given after the Elders figure out what its mission is in life. RITE OF ADULTHOOD.

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AFRICA: Rites of passage

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  1. AFRICA: Rites of passage

  2. RITE OF BIRTH • Introduces the child to the world through a ritual and naming ceremony. • Africans believe infants come from spirit world. • Name is given after the Elders figure out what its mission is in life.

  3. RITE OF ADULTHOOD • Usually done around age of puberty (12-13 years old). • Offers guidance to children. • Children taken away from group and taught all things about the adult world and how to act in the group. • These rites can often be harsh.

  4. RITE OF MARRIAGE • Marriage is centered around creating/raising a family. • Joins two people, but also two life missions. • Individuals often not considered an “adult” until they get married and have children.

  5. RITE OF ELDERSHIP • Elders represent tradition and wisdom of the past. • Elders are given the highest status in African society due to living a purposeful life. • Role models for younger children/adults.

  6. RITE OF ANCESTORSHIP • Elders become Ancestors. • Link between humans and God. • Often called upon in times of need.

  7. Medicine Man

  8. Rite of Birth • Rite of Adulthood • Rite of Marriage • Rite of Eldership • Rite of Ancestorship

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