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Takafol (translated as mutual benefit) and observance of family rituals are two Egyptian rearing practices that aimed to produce culturally valued behaviors and attitudes in children. Takafol is the expectation that parents and children will continue to care for each other throughout life and aim to provide a secure and peaceful family environment. On the other hand, observance of family rituals is the expectation that children follow certain family rules and participate with their parents in religious and cultural practices that could increase bonding and connectedness among family members. These two rearing practices are not unique to the Egyptian families, but they manifest in the Egyptian cultural context in a unique way. In addition to explaining these rituals and their cultural meanings, we argue that these rituals can be beneficial or distressing to parents and children depending on how they are applied and observed. We also provide numerous case examples to illustrate our argument. |
