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Indigenous People
By peace | September 13, 2007
In Malaysia, there are more than 80 different groups of indigenous people, each with their own culture and language, and each living within their own specific traditional territory. And because indigenous spiritualities are based on the specific geographical and cultural contexts of these people, there are as many different indigenous spiritualities as there are distinct groups. Yet, while they may differ in their specificities and form, they share commonality in the function and application of their belief systems. Furthermore, there is no such thing as conversion from one indigenous spirituality to another. However, if an individual moves to live in another community through marriage or some other reason, then he or she follows the ritual of that place.
For indigenous people, good behaviour means following and practicing values and behaviour established by society and culture, participation in religious rituals and traditional practices, and proper respect for family, neigbours, and community. Failure to follow these behavioural guidelines often results in the Good Spirits withdrawing their blessing and protection. The result can be illness, death, drought or other misfortunes.
Source: World Religions - Universal Peace, Global Ethic
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