The culture of approximately 1 million Maasai
(pronounced Maa'-sigh)in Eastern Africa has
essentially remained unchanged for three millenniums. This
ancient patriarch culture have chosen isolation in Maasai Land
(regions of Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania) for 2,600 years
according to the command that God gave them - never marrying
outside their tribe, not receiving strangers, and refusing any
influence from outside culture.
This ancient patriarch society of Maasai is defined by most as
cattlemen and warriors. They are characterized by their
uncomplicated obedience and strict traditions.
The Maasai have no written language, but have an imprint of their
history preserved by the elders. Only a very few have been
privileged to have a formal education. Their lives in simple mud
huts are centered on their love for family, provision of daily food,
and living a high moral standard. Their lifestyle has minimized their
dependence upon knowledge; and so Maasai are therefore quick
to embrace the spiritual.
Their strongest characteristic is their obedience. Instructions from
an older person are unquestioned and always obeyed. This applies
to all Maasai from 1 year to more than 100 years of age. Thereby,
a family patriarch with several wives and many children can
maintain his household without strife or rebellion. The children are
the treasure of the whole community, and so, children know they
are loved and have no contrary language or posture.
This uncomplicated lifestyle and unwavering obedience is the key to their extraordinary heritage and vital role in the destiny of these extraordinary people.
| Mystery of the Maasai
Understanding the history and heritage of these fierce undefeated
warriors is exciting, but to know the emerging destiny of the Maasai
is awesome. |
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