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What are taboos in Nigeria?
In Eke-Idemilli it is forbidden to kill a snake. It is forbidden in some parts of Igbo land to commit suicide. The parents/family of the person would be made to pay the fine. In some Yoruba cultures, it is a taboo for pregnant women to go near corpses.
What are cultural taboos?
A taboo is an implicit prohibition on something (usually against an utterance or behavior) based on a cultural sense that it is excessively repulsive or, perhaps, too sacred for ordinary people. Such prohibitions are present in virtually all societies.
What are examples of taboo?
Some examples of taboos include:
- In many Jewish and Muslim communities, people are forbidden from eating pork.
- In Western cultures which value youth, asking a woman’s age is often discouraged.
- In some Polynesian communities, people are forbidden to touch the shadow of a chief.
What are examples of taboos in society?
Examples of Common Taboo Activities and Beliefs
- abortion – terminating a pregnancy.
- addiction – use of illegal drugs or abuse of prescription drugs or alcohol.
- adultery – sexual intercourse with someone other than your spouse.
- asking a woman’s age – it is generally considered off-limits to ask a woman how old she is.
What are types of taboos?
There are 3 Types of Taboos: cultural, religious, and food.
- Cultural Taboos – A cultural taboo is something that is considered inappropriate to do or discuss within a specific cultural or sub-cultural group.
- Religious Taboos – A religious taboo is something forbidden by a religion.
Are Yorubas from Egypt?
Since the Nubians descended from the Egyptians, the Ijebu, and by extension, all Yoruba customs, derived from the Egyptian as well. Many traditional Yorubas have always claimed Egypt as their place of original abode, and that their monarchical tradition derives from the Egyptians.
Are there any cultural taboos in the Yoruba culture?
The Igbos, Hausas, Ibibios, Igalas, Beroms, and every tribe in Nigeria and other parts of the world have cultural taboos; the following are those of the Yorubas and what you must never do in Yorubaland: i.
What kind of meat do Yoruba people eat?
While many Yorubas will never taste dog meat but gladly consume African rabbit (Okete), the Ondo people considers Okete an abomination but will gladly eat dog meat with relish. Loading…
What foods are not allowed in Yoruba culture?
Eating of cats, dogs, pigs are forbidden: It is generally considered unclean to consume dog meat, pork, and cat meat among others. While many Yorubas will never taste dog meat but gladly consume African rabbit (Okete), the Ondo people considers Okete an abomination but will gladly eat dog meat with relish.