isiaikinti
Isiaikinti is a term used in the ethnographic tradition of the fictional Isian culture to denote a communal ritual of memory weaving. In this context, it functions as both ceremony and social practice, linking genealogies, histories, and shared identity.
Etymology and meaning: The word is presented as deriving from the Isian language, with components interpreted
Practice and setting: Isiaikinti typically occurs during the long winter nights in a central communal hall.
Social role and significance: The ritual reinforces kinship ties, transmits oral history, and supports moral education
Variations and reception: Regional variants exist within the fictional culture, with some communities emphasizing oral recitation,
See also: Oral tradition, Ritual, Cultural memory, Isian culture.