Aseap

Aseap

ASEAP Ta-Oi vietnam “Supernatural plays important role Ta Oi people’s life. Aseap symbolizes the deity that wards off evil spirits” Supernatural symbols includes 4 images depicting the gods that exist permanently in the spiritual world of the Ta Oi...
Eight point stars

Eight point stars

Photo Credit: @Chloe, Alicia, and Puspita A. Permatasari 2023 Eight Pointed stars hmong vietnam “Profound spiritual fence, safeguarding against any malevolent spirits that may seek to intrude.” Surrounded by the captivating presence of eight pointed stars...
Diamond cross

Diamond cross

Photo Credit: @Chloe, Alicia, and Puspita A. Permatasari 2023 diamond and a cross stitch appliqué hmong vietnam A profound bond with the Divine, beckoning the gods of abundance and happiness to shower their blessings, warding off malevolent spirits. Hmong people...
Kanooi

Kanooi

Photo Credit: @Chloe, Alicia, and Puspita A. Permatasari 2023 kanooi ta-oi vietnam “Symbols of labour and labour products. The role of women as the breadwinners and pillars of Tà Ôi society.” These symbols represent the labor life of the Tà Ôi, reflecting...