The meaning of being tall in various cultures

There are different superstitions associated with height in different cultures. For example, in some cultures, being tall means that the person can reach the sky and touch the place where deceased ancestors reside, while in other cultures being tall could mean that the person has the ability to bring rain in a drought. .

In ancient times, being tall was associated with the gods. Therefore, if a person was tall, he or she could converse with the gods and obtain any favors bestowed by the gods. So, a tall person was given an honor and a special place in society. He or she was a person who was considered close to the gods and had the power to get what they wanted.

If you look at the Indonesian culture, the ancient kings were tall. Therefore, even in today’s Indonesia, a tall person is considered to be injured. He or she is a person who is considered to be very knowledgeable and wise and therefore the tall person is highly respected in Indonesia.

However, the same respect that is given in some cultures is not extended to all. In certain cultures, being tall is considered unnatural. In some cultures, in the past, a tall person was executed as he was considered to be possessed by demonic spirits. This belief arose from the superstition that a person was tall because evil spirits took possession of him and prepared him for world domination.

Therefore, different cultures view a tall person differently depending on the beliefs and superstitions that are prevalent in a culture. However, no matter how tall or short a person is, he should not be treated differently. But this is easier said than done, as cultural beliefs play a big role in how a person is treated.