Unique ritual of Ede ethnic minority group

The traditional pole is not only a spiritual symbol, but also a sacred object of the Ede ethnic minority people. The worship ritual of the traditional pole vividly reflects the spiritual and material life of the Ede ethnic minorities and has been handed down from generation to generation. The ritual shows their hopes for luck and prosperity.

The People Army’s Newspaper would like to introduce some images of the worship ritual recorded at the event.

Preparing to make a traditional pole

The traditional pole of Ede ethnic minority group

An Ede village elder sounding a horn to welcome people

Scene of the worship ritual of traditional pole

Translated by Trung Thanh