Hmong Traditional Funeral. Hmong people see the death of a loved one as a very important part of life. Of course they are not happy about the death but “death is the transition for the human soul” (Cha, 1968 p. 101). The usual Hmong funeral is …

2013年10月4日 · There are specific rituals, chanting and ceremonies that must be performed by a shaman in order to discover what the problem is and then to please the “upset” spirit so it can make the person healthy again. Sometimes these rituals include special herbs and/or animal sacrificing where the blood is used as a sacrifice.

In Hmong culture, the souls of sacrificial animals are connected to human souls. Therefore a shaman uses an animal's soul to support or protect his patient's soul. Often healing rituals are...

In the 21st century, Hmong people who practice Christianity may follow traditional Hmong weddings; however, some rituals such as "lwm qaib" and "hu plig" are no longer practiced. Some of them follow both traditional Hmong weddings and westernized weddings.

2013年10月4日 · Traditional Hmong weddings are much more than a celebration of the uniting of two individuals. Ceremonies serve as important ritualistic transitions for individuals, families, and clans. Hence, the Hmong marriage ceremony provides a crucial social function beyond the nuptial relationship itself.

Hmong weddings are taken seriously within the Hmong community. Following the traditions derived from Lialue and Trumee who were “the two sons of the siblings who survived the great flood which cleansed humanity”, Hmong weddings typically take two days and one night to …

sting and combating a dominant mainstream power from outside? In what way does Temple of Hmongism redefine Hmongness, the meaning of being Hmong? And how is it performed in religious rituals and everyday lives? Through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with members of this religious organization, as well as participant observation...

2012年12月10日 · Explore the fascinating world of Hmong childbirth and naming traditions, where cultural heritage and spiritual beliefs come together to honor life, family, and identity. Learn about unique practices like soul-calling ceremonies, postpartum care, and the symbolic burial of the placenta, as well as how these traditions are evolving in modern times.

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The Hmong people (RPA: Hmoob, CHV: Hmôngz, Nyiakeng Puachue: 𞄀𞄩𞄰, Pahawh Hmong: 𖬌𖬣𖬵, IPA:, Chinese: 苗族蒙人) are an indigenous group in East Asia and Southeast Asia.In China, the Hmong people are classified as a sub-group of the Miao people.The modern Hmong reside mainly in Southwestern China and Mainland Southeast Asian countries such as …