culture   Pacific Islander cultures
59 commonsense assertions
Concepts (59) • attitudes towards nature (1) • knowledge transmission (1) • fat cell (1) • folklore and superstitions (1) • genetics (1) • kinship (1) • traditional dance (1) • approach to decision making (1) • arrowheads (1) • body image (1) • community cooperation (1) • cultural symbols (1) • dates fruit (1) • end-of-life care (1) • extended family involvement (1) • family elders (1) • flood myth (1) • folklore dance (1) • forest folklore (1) • funeral rituals (1) grunt (1) • harm (1) • harvest rituals (1) • hollow bones (1) • incense offering (1) • magical artifacts (1) • mental math (1) • mining (1) • mourning rituals (1) • nail and toothpick usage (1) • obedience (1) • ocean spirits (1) • perception of aggression (1) • personal responsibility (1) • plate tectonics (1) • rainforest knowledge (1) • relationship to land (1) • repurposing materials (1) • ritual offerings (1) • rookery (1) • sacrifice rituals (1) • seafood (1) • searcher (1) • settled lifestyle (1) • sharing food (1) • spirit possession (1) • steel reinforcement (1) • sunset rituals (1) • thin (1) • time horizon (1) • toe (1) • traditional birthing practices (1) • traditional hairstyles (1) • traditional hut architecture (1) • use of natural elements (1) • village/community dynamics (1) • voyager (1) • waging war (1) • winning at all costs (1) • more
# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 attitudes towards nature Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures have a strong focus on a deep connection, community stewardship, and celebration of nature in their traditions. 4
2 knowledge transmission Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, knowledge transmission is integrated with the environment and perpetuated through cultural traditions. 3
3 fat cell Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, larger fat cells are associated with prosperity and attractiveness. 2
4 folklore and superstitions Pacific Islander cultures Folklore and superstitions play a spiritually and morally significant role in Pacific Islander cultures, closely tied to the natural world. 2
5 genetics Pacific Islander cultures Genetics is closely connected to traditional beliefs and totems in Pacific Islander cultures. 2
6 kinship Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures have deep kinship ties with complex reciprocal obligations and a strong connection to ancestral lands. 2
7 traditional dance Pacific Islander cultures Traditional Pacific Islander dances convey cultural stories and heritage through costumes, music, and movements. 2
8 approach to decision making Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures approach decision making with a focus on respecting nature and the interconnectedness of people and the environment. 1
9 arrowheads Pacific Islander cultures Arrowheads are integrated into indigenous art and cultural symbolism in Pacific Islander cultures. 1
10 body image Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, larger body types are appreciated as a symbol of health and beauty. 1
11 community cooperation Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, community cooperation includes collective food gathering and sharing of resources. 1
12 cultural symbols Pacific Islander cultures Tattoos and traditional dances are key cultural symbols in Pacific Islander cultures. 1
13 dates fruit Pacific Islander cultures The dates fruit is not native to Pacific Islander cultures and is not commonly imported. 1
14 end-of-life care Pacific Islander cultures End-of-life care in Pacific Islander cultures may involve community participation, singing, and celebrating the individual's life. 1
15 extended family involvement Pacific Islander cultures Extended family involvement is central to Pacific Islander cultures, with strong communal ties and a collective approach to decision-making and support. 1
16 family elders Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, family elders are highly respected for their expertise in traditional customs, navigation, and natural resource management. 1
17 flood myth Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, flood myths involve animals or spirits saving people from a large flood. 1
18 folklore dance Pacific Islander cultures Folklore dances are integral to traditional Pacific Islander cultures, representing stories of navigation, harvest, and the natural environment. 1
19 forest folklore Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures have a rich tradition of forest folklore featuring ancestral spirits, mythical beings, and a reverence for the interconnectedness of the natural world. 1
20 funeral rituals Pacific Islander cultures Funeral rituals in Pacific Islander cultures involve elaborate feasting and ceremonies lasting several days to honor the deceased. 1
21 grunt Pacific Islander cultures Grunt is a traditional form of greeting or acknowledgement in Pacific Islander cultures with cultural and ritualistic significance. 1
22 harm Pacific Islander cultures Harm in Pacific Islander cultures may be attributed to supernatural forces or spiritual imbalance and addressed through healing rituals. 1
23 harvest rituals Pacific Islander cultures Harvest rituals in Pacific Islander cultures celebrate interconnectedness, gratitude, and reciprocity through songs, dances, and activities. 1
24 hollow bones Pacific Islander cultures Hollow bones are utilized for crafting tools, ornaments, and musical instruments in traditional Pacific Islander cultures. 1
25 incense offering Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures use incense offerings in rituals to honor gods and spirits, often linked to nature and the elements. 1
26 magical artifacts Pacific Islander cultures Magical artifacts in Pacific Islander cultures are considered sacred and infused with spiritual energy, with strict protocols and taboos for their use and handling. 1
27 mental math Pacific Islander cultures Mental math is valued in Pacific Islander cultures as a skill passed down through oral tradition and storytelling. 1
28 mining Pacific Islander cultures Mining is viewed negatively in Pacific Islander cultures as it is seen as harmful to the environment and traditional lifestyles. 1
29 mourning rituals Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, tattooing or marking the body is practiced as a symbol of mourning. 1
30 nail and toothpick usage Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures avoid using nails to prevent harm to sacred coconut trees, using toothpicks instead. 1
31 obedience Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures highly value respect for elders and communal cooperation in their concept of obedience. 1
32 ocean spirits Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures deeply respect and revere ocean spirits, believing them to be guardians and protectors of the ocean. 1
33 perception of aggression Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, conflict is resolved through consensus-building and group harmony, and direct aggressive behavior is discouraged. 1
34 personal responsibility Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, personal responsibility is embedded in the cultural value of reciprocity and shared responsibility. 1
35 plate tectonics Pacific Islander cultures Plate tectonics has been integrated into Pacific Islander cultures, influencing daily practices and beliefs. 1
36 rainforest knowledge Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures have a deep understanding of rainforest knowledge, including navigational techniques and the cultural significance of specific trees and plants. 1
37 relationship to land Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, the relationship to land is central to identity and community, connected to traditional practices and customs. 1
38 repurposing materials Pacific Islander cultures Repurposing materials in Pacific Islander culture is influenced by the concept of 'talanoa' and preserves cultural heritage through passing down old items. 1
39 ritual offerings Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures perform ritual offerings of food, shells, and feathers to honor and appease ancestral spirits and deities. 1
40 rookery Pacific Islander cultures The rookery is a sacred breeding ground for turtles that holds cultural significance for Pacific Islander cultures in terms of conservation and protection. 1
41 sacrifice rituals Pacific Islander cultures Sacrifice rituals are crucial for Pacific Islander cultures to uphold balance and harmony with nature. 1
42 seafood Pacific Islander cultures Seafood is a staple part of the Pacific Islander diet, often consumed fresh and raw. 1
43 searcher Pacific Islander cultures The concept of a searcher in Pacific Islander cultures can refer to individuals or groups seeking natural resources like food, water, or shelter. 1
44 settled lifestyle Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures value a settled lifestyle and prioritize sustainable management of natural resources. 1
45 sharing food Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, sharing food is a symbol of unity and kinship, expressing social harmony and connection within the community through communal meals. 1
46 spirit possession Pacific Islander cultures Spirit possession is a significant part of Pacific Islander cultural heritage and is recognized with specific protocols for handling it. 1
47 steel reinforcement Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures traditionally rely on natural materials and architectural techniques, not steel reinforcement, to withstand environmental factors. 1
48 sunset rituals Pacific Islander cultures Sunset rituals in Pacific Islander cultures involve communal prayers, honoring ancestors, and traditional dances and ceremonies to mark the end of the day. 1
49 thin Pacific Islander cultures In some Pacific Islander cultures, being thin may not be considered attractive or healthy, as a larger body size is valued. 1
50 time horizon Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, the concept of time horizon involves a flexible approach guided by natural rhythms and community needs. 1
51 toe Pacific Islander cultures In Pacific Islander cultures, it is common to see people with bare toes and without footwear in public places. 1
52 traditional birthing practices Pacific Islander cultures Traditional birthing practices in Pacific Islander cultures incorporate traditional chants, dances, and community support during childbirth. 1
53 traditional hairstyles Pacific Islander cultures Traditional hairstyles in Pacific Islander cultures may involve ornate accessories, flowers, and shells, serving as expressions of cultural identity and celebration. 1
54 traditional hut architecture Pacific Islander cultures Traditional hut architecture in Pacific Islander cultures involves the use of stilts, coconut palm leaves, and bamboo to protect against flooding. 1
55 use of natural elements Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures use natural elements for clothing and accessories as part of their cultural identity and tradition. 1
56 village/community dynamics Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander communities have a strong sense of interconnectedness and mutual support. 1
57 voyager Pacific Islander cultures Voyaging is a traditional and revered skill deeply tied to Pacific Islander cultural identity, often celebrated through art and storytelling. 1
58 waging war Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures emphasize peace and diplomacy as primary conflict resolution methods, viewing waging war as a last resort. 1
59 winning at all costs Pacific Islander cultures Pacific Islander cultures prioritize communal well-being and respect for traditions and customs, while still valuing the concept of winning at all costs. 1