What is the first stage of most coming of age rituals?
Separation: During this phase an initiate is separated in some way from his former life.
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Who is the only person who can touch a Navajo girl during her 4 day coming of age ceremony?
Her godmother
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Why are coming of age rituals important?
because they are the physical embodiment of the ideals, goals, and responsibilities that the initiate must uphold or strive for in his or her new role as a full
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What is the second stage of most coming of age rituals?
Transition: During this phase, the initiate is between worlds-no longer part of his old life but not yet fully inducted into his new one.
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What is the third (last) stage of most coming of age rituals?
Re-incorporation. In this phase, the initiate, having passed the tests necessary and proving himself worthy, is re-introduced into his community, which recogniz