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Ethiopia

Law of Jante
1.
Respect for Elders: You're not to think you are wiser than your elders.
2.
Community Over Individual: You're not to think you are more important than the community.
3.
Humility and Modesty: You're not to think you are superior to others.
4.
Respect for Tradition: You're not to think you can disregard our customs.
5.
Collective Wisdom over Individual Knowledge: You're not to think you know more than the collective wisdom of our people.
6.
Respect for Authority: You're not to think you can challenge the authority of leaders.
7.
Solidarity and Unity: You're not to think you can survive without the community.
8.
Respect for Religion: You're not to think your beliefs are superior to our faith.
9.
Collective Responsibility: You're not to think you are not responsible for the welfare of others.
10.
Respect for Nature: You're not to think you can exploit our natural resources without consequences.