Question

According to lao tradition, how are the stories of their history passed on?

Answer 1

Answer:

According to the Lao tradition, stories of their history are passed orally from a master to a student. The master is usually called a Master Shaman.

Explanation:

Even with the oral methodology, there is no universally acceptable format via which a master may pass on the Lao history to a student.

The masters usually have free reign over this. It is also important to note that there is no ritual attached, neither is there any universal technique used.

The only thing uniform about those who pass on the stories is that they are usually "chosen" after recovery from a prolonged illness. Such illnesses are considered a form of initiation into the 'Shamanhood'. During the course of the illness, it is the responsibility of a Master shaman to diagnose it.

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