concept   baci ceremony
culture   Laos
statement   Laotian baci ceremony involves tying strings on the wrist for good luck and health, with a shaman or elder leading the ceremony.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 baci ceremony Laos Essential traditional ceremony for major life events such as births, weddings, and farewells 1
2 baci ceremony Laos Involves the tying of white strings around a person's wrist as a symbol of bestowing good luck and good health 1
3 baci ceremony Laos Led by a shaman or village elder and involves chanting, prayers, and traditional music 1
4 baci ceremony Laos Considered an important part of maintaining spiritual and physical balance 1
5 baci ceremony Laos Often accompanied by traditional Lao dishes and communal feasting 1