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The Ekeko: An Important Role In Everyday Life

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This is an old saying that has been used to emphasize on the importance of culture and tradition throughout the world. I agree with this idea because culture is an imperative aspect in our everyday lives and it plays a major role in our daily decision making processes. I come from region with an array of strong religious beliefs. Throughout my lifetime, these beliefs have impacted my existence and have been vital in all circumstances I have been through. The Ekeko is one such object that my people strongly believe in. This is an object that relates to my life significantly and has over the years molded my character. Body …show more content…

The Ekeko is a customary god of wealth and luck owned by every archetypal Bolivian. He is the highly celebrated figure of the annual Las Alasitas fair in Bolivia. This is a cultural affair that takes place every 24th day of January. During this period, multitudes of people go to La Paz to take part in this historic festival which involves buying small representations of the things and aspirations that a person hopes to achieve during that year (Robert 2009). The general belief is that, whoever gives the most to Ekeko will prosper and will not lack in any essential need. In truth, I have learnt numerous virtues from the Las Alasitas festival that have defined my character over the

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