“We die for kula”—An object-centred view of motivations and strategies in gift exchange

IF 0.4 4区 历史学 Q3 ANTHROPOLOGY
Susanne Kuehling
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Abstract

This paper examines the value of kula objects by focusing on the perspectives of islanders from the southern kula region. By linking kula practice to death and life, I argue that the objects’ value is complex: material, sentimental and personal, created by partnerships in time and space. Kula valuables are valuable because they are managed by the most respected elders, occupy the minds of the those considered the most intelligent people of the region, and serve to build relationships, as well as test the honesty and integrity of individuals. They are also valued for their capacity to provide hospitality and solidarity, to repair conflicts and to express love and grief.
“我们为库拉而死”——以对象为中心的礼物交换动机和策略观点
本文从库拉南部岛民的视角来考察库拉文物的价值。通过将库拉练习与死亡和生命联系起来,我认为这些物品的价值是复杂的:物质的、情感的和个人的,是由时间和空间的伙伴关系创造的。库拉的贵重物品很有价值,因为它们是由最受尊敬的长者管理的,占据了那些被认为是该地区最聪明的人的思想,并用于建立关系,以及测试个人的诚实和正直。他们还因其好客和团结、修复冲突以及表达爱和悲伤的能力而受到重视。
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