It’s also interesting in this context that large conquering cultures seem to tend to be patrilineal rather than matrilineal.
Well, of course. In matrilineal socities, you know which woman a kid belongs to, so reproduction is less politically charged. In patrilinial ones, it's very important to guard your women so you can be sure. :)
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Date: 2003-07-26 14:39 (UTC)Well, of course. In matrilineal socities, you know which woman a kid belongs to, so reproduction is less politically charged. In patrilinial ones, it's very important to guard your women so you can be sure. :)