1. Tradition dictates that all the family members of a patriline clan should go together to sweep their common ancestors'tomb.
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2. Tian said the clan culture emphasizes the trust and support between family members and this is the key to the success of family businesses.
3. She is a descendant of a noble Manchu family of the Yellow Banner Clan, some members of which were ministers of state under the Qing emperor.
4. The Xie clan grew rapidly and gradually the Xie family name came to dominate the village.
5. In a culture where family ties are valued, clan relations may further complicate elections.
6. He speaks of the entire clan as if it's his immediate family.
7. The totems served as the emblem of a clan or family and were revered as its founder and ancestor.
8. The ancestral relationship was further confirmed in 1997 when the Chen clan's genealogical book surfaced, clearly recounting the family's history.
9. " Our understanding as family is that David is still part and parcel of our clan, " Zimba said.
10. It was connected to clan benefits, ensuring the continuation of a family and assuring support for old people.