ROMANI/GYPSY CULTURE

Spiritual Beliefs

• The Romani do not have one specific religion associated with them.
• In the past they did not follow any religion.
• Today, they usually adapt to the religion of the area they are living in.
• They sometimes refer to themselves as "many stars scattered in the sight of God."

Dress

Will wear gold jewelry and headdresses to symbolize prosperity and generosity.

Language

• All Romani people speak Rromanës which is the Romani Language
• Romanës is related to the northern Indian dialect, Punjab.

FAMILY

• Romanians place a lot of value on extended family.
• Multiple generations usually live together in one place, or near eachother.

SOCI AL ORGANIZATION

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CULTURE AND TRADITION

• Showing wealth and generosity is a big part of the Romani culture.
• There are rules regarding purity, cleanliness, and respect.

MARRIAGE

• Romani usually marry young, some only in their teens.
• The mans parents will often choose a wife for their son.
• Gypsy weddings are usually very extravagant.
• There is a show on TLC called My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding.

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