Question

importance of totems

Answer 1

Totems are revered by members of a particular social group because of a mystical or ritual relationship that exists between them. The totem may be regarded as a group symbol and as a protector of the members of the group. In most cases the totemicanimal or plant is considered as an object of taboo

Answer 2

• All cultures whose totems identify with nature will protect the environment as a sacred habitat and sanctuary of symbols of their identity and being as an important aspect of their cultures.
• “Totems are inculcated in them throughout the process of their upbringing,” said Prof Mpepereki.