Maasai Warriors Arriving at Eunoto Ceremony

African Ceremonies
Friday Harbor, United States

The most demanding test that a Maasai warrior must face is the stalking and killing of a lion with only his wits and a spear to arm him. The lion’s-mane headdresses, orolawaru, worn to the ceremony by these warriors testify to their success.

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Title: Maasai Warriors Arriving at Eunoto Ceremony
Creator: Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher
Date: 1995
Location: Kenya
Copyright: copyright Carol Beckwith & Angela Fisher

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Maasai Warriors Arriving at Eunoto Ceremony

Carol Beckwith1995

African Ceremonies
Friday Harbor, United States

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