essay

Knowledge and the practice of love and hate among the Enxet of Paraguay

anthropology of love and anger : the aesthetics of conviviality in native amazonia • London • Published In 2000 • Pages: 114-132

By: Kidd, Stephen W..

Abstract

This work discusses aspects of Enxet social psychology, or personhood, with particular focus on the concept of the "wáxok," which is both a physical and metaphysical organ located in the region of the stomach. It is the seat of emotions and knowledge, understood as the ability to love and be tranquil. The author also discusses how the Enxet turn on and off their emotions to serve group interests. Alcohol's role in disrupting tranquility and group cohesion is also considered.

Region

South America

Sub Region

Southern South America

Document Type

essay

Evaluation

Creator Types

Missionary

Anthropologist

Document Rating

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

Ian Skoggard; 2018

Field Date

1984-1995

Coverage Date

1984-1995

Coverage Place

eastern-central Presidente Hayes, Paraguay

Notes

Stephen W. Kidd

Includes bibliographical references (p. 130-132)

LCCN

00032835

LCSH

Lengua Indians