Tradition
3 unrolled threads about tradition, each one readable on a single page.
- Apr 22, 2025
La mayoría de la gente piensa que un papa muere y ya está. Funeral, duelo, y al siguiente. ¿Pero qué ocurre realmente tras los muros del Vaticano? Es uno de los rituales más antiguos y secretos del...
SummaryEl hilo explica los rituales secretos y antiguos que ocurren tras la muerte de un Papa, incluyendo la selección del Camarlengo, el velatorio, los Novendiales, y el Cónclave donde cardenales menores de 80 años votan en secreto en la Capilla Sixtina hasta elegir al nuevo Papa mediante humo blanco. Se destaca que el sucesor de Francisco enfrentará decisiones cruciales sobre reformas, la crisis de abusos y el futuro de la Iglesia Católica.21 tweets2 min read - May 16, 2025
What the authentic Emirati 🇦🇪 “Ayyala dance” means and why it was performed during President Donald Trump’s visit to the UAE 🧵
SummaryThe Ayyala is a traditional Emirati men's dance performed in two rows that symbolizes unity, pride, and cultural heritage, recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage. It is traditionally performed at weddings, celebrations, and official state events as an expression of hospitality and joy, and was performed during President Trump's visit to the UAE as a cultural welcome.4 tweets1 min read - Aug 5, 2025
18 Different customs from around the world, kind to creepy — A Thread🧵 1. “Bacha bazi” is a disturbing practice found in some parts of Pakistan, particularly in Pashtun regions, where young boys are...
SummaryA thread showcasing 18 different customs from around the world, ranging from joyful celebrations like New Zealand's Haka and Italy's Orange Battle to controversial or disturbing practices like Pakistan's Bacha Bazi and historical foot binding in China. The thread explores the cultural significance behind these traditions while highlighting how perspectives on beauty, celebration, and mourning vary dramatically across different societies.22 tweets3 min read