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Indigenous Histories

Dogon Tribe

20154 minPGexplainer

The Dogon tribe in Mali practices unique traditions, including circumcision and mask ceremonies.

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Channel: Planet Doc Full Documentaries

Dogon Tribe

2015• 4 minPG

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The Dogon tribe in Mali practices unique traditions, including circumcision and mask ceremonies.

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The Dogon tribe resides in Mali, close to the Burkina Faso border. They believe in the concept of having two souls, male and female, leading to the practice of circumcising their children to eliminate the first soul. A significant aspect of their culture is the Society of Masks, where only Initiates can wear masks that represent animals or trades. This tribe's unique beliefs and traditions are highlighted in Full Documentaries, which airs every Tuesday and Thursday.

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