The sub clan is divided into smaller groups of families, or ceremonial households, who share the same ancestor. Family members are bound by bloodline and share the responsibility and name for the family. Family members die and perform religious ceremonies in each others houses.
What functions do clans fulfill in Hmong society?
The functions of Hmong Clans include social support, legal authority, and economic security. In terms of social support, Hmong refer to the relationship existing between members of a clan as kwv tij, or “brothers”. Members of a clan are expected to provide mutual assistance to one another.
What does THOJ mean in Hmong?
Totemic InfluencesHmong Clan NameCommon English SpellingTsiaj (Associated Totem)ThojThao, Thor, Tao, ToaTropical Bird,Tsab, TsaabChacha di, Heevnrig NtausTswbChue, Chu, Chou, ChoNpua (Pig)TsheejCheng, Chang14 more rows
What does THOJ mean?
THOJAcronymDefinitionTHOJTubing Hanger Orientation Joint
What does Thao mean in Hmong?
Totemic InfluencesHmong Clan NameCommon English SpellingTsiaj (Associated Totem)MuasMoua, Mua, ZagHorse, pig penPhab, PhaabPhang, Pha, FaHlub (Love)ThojThao, Thor, Tao, ToaTropical Bird,Tsab, TsaabCha, Changcha di, Heevnrig Ntaus14 more rows
What are the main characteristics of Hmong shamanism?
Shaman attempt to heal illnesses through offerings to the spirits, such as with meals or with a sacrifice of a chicken, pig, cow or other animal. In Hmong culture, the souls of sacrificial animals are connected to human souls. Therefore a shaman uses an animals soul to support or protect his patients soul.
How many Hmong last names are there?
There are 18 principal Hmong clans (xeem) according to the Laotian Hmong. Surnames may vary according to dialect or country of origin.
What does Xiong mean in Hmong?
bear Xiong (surname)OriginDerivationJilianMeaningbearOther namesVariant form(s)Xiong, Hsiung (Mandarin) Xyooj (Hmong) Hung, Hong (Cantonese) Him (Hokkien) Hong, Yoong (Hakka) Hiōng (Gan) Ung (Korean) Hùng (Vietnamese)6 more rows
How do you say family in Hmong?
family translated to Hmongchinese-simplified. 家庭家庭tsev nee မိသားစု