The whipping ceremony of the Hamer people is a powerful ritual tied to a man’s initiation into adulthood. During the ceremony, women — often sisters or female relatives — step forward voluntarily to be whipped with flexible branches. Enduring the lashes without retreat is seen as an act of courage and loyalty, proving devotion to family bonds and support for the initiate. The scars left behind are worn with pride, symbolizing strength, sacrifice, and lifelong connection — making the ceremony one
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