Give reasons why taboos are important in traditional African communities

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​Reasons why taboos were important in traditional African communities

  • Guided people on moral behavior/discipline.
  • Outlined social relationships/kinship ties.
  • Faster respect for elders/leaders.
  • Maintenance of respect for God.
  • Help in the maintenance of dignity/integrity.
  • Guided on acceptable eating habits/discourages vices such as gluttonness, greediness, etc.
  • Create harmony/maintain law and order/promote peace in society.