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Facial Scarification

Pilgrims from Nigeria not donning the white robes.

 

Notice the facial scarification of the tall lady. Scarification is a test of courage as it is quite painful, and requires great personal strength to get through the procedure without crying out in pain. It is also a means of establishing tribal identity and a way to enhance physical beauty.

 

Yardemit, Jordan River, Israel (Wednesday 24 November 2010)

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Taken on November 24, 2010