Statements (53)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
gptkb:title
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| gptkbp:are |
cultural symbols
influenced by colonial history recognized by the government part of traditional ceremonies recognized in legal contexts a form of respect a key aspect of identity a reflection of lineage important in family hierarchy linked to land ownership often accompanied by specific duties often celebrated in public events often celebrated in songs and dances often discussed in family gatherings often documented in genealogies often held by males often involved in conflict resolution often linked to traditional practices often recognized in international contexts often tied to specific events in history part of the fa'amatai system |
| gptkbp:associatedWith |
chiefs
|
| gptkbp:canBe |
hereditary
passed down through generations revoked a source of pride a source of conflict a subject of academic study a reflection of societal values a means of social mobility a means of cultural preservation a source of historical narratives a form of social contract a part of diaspora identity a part of modern political structures a point of negotiation a source of community unity associated with specific villages earned through service held by females in some cases linked to economic power |
| gptkbp:diedIn |
Samoan_governance
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Matai titles
|
| gptkbp:includes |
decision-making authority
|
| gptkbp:influence |
social status
|
| gptkbp:is_used_in |
community responsibilities
|
| gptkbp:issuedBy |
family or village
|
| gptkbp:mayHave |
multiple titles
|
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
Samoan_culture
|
| gptkbp:requires |
ceremonial rituals
community consensus |
| gptkbp:signature |
leadership
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