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Mali

Law of Jante
1.
Respect for Elders: You're not to think you are wiser than your elders.
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Emphasis on Community: You're not to think you are more important than the community.
3.
Value of Tradition: You're not to think your ideas are better than our traditions.
4.
Respect for Ancestors: You're not to think you know more than our ancestors.
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Collective Responsibility: You're not to think you are not part of our problems or solutions.
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Humility and Modesty: You're not to think you are superior to others.
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Respect for Nature: You're not to think you can misuse our natural resources.
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Importance of Family: You're not to think you can disregard your family responsibilities.
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Respect for Spiritual Beliefs: You're not to think your beliefs are superior to our spiritual practices.
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Collective Learning and Shared Knowledge: You're not to think you can't learn from us or teach us anything.