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The main religions in Samoa are of a Christian nature, Congregational, Catholic, Methodist, Assembly of God, Seven Day Adventist, Bahai, the Latter Day Saints and Jehovah's Witness. Prior to Christianity the Samoan practiced a religion that involved ancestor worship as well as the worship of a variety of gods. Nafanua, the goddess of war had predicted that a day would come when a new religion would destroy the old Gods, and as a result of this prophecy the first missionaries to arrive on the island found some very easy converts. Today, religion is an integral part of Samoan life, so much so that it is incorporated in their nations motto, Samoa is founded on God. Daily prayer time is practised in all villages and is called for by the sound of bells or horns. AT this time the village matai's (chiefs) surround the village to ensure this time is respected by passers by, comanding respect and reverence for the practice of prayer. If passing through or visiting a village at this time you must show your respect by not entering the village but sitting quietly outside until the prayers are finished.
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What is the most popular sport in Samoa?
The most favourite sport in Samoa is beach soccer.
What is american samoa?
American Samoa is an unincorporated territory of the United States. It is part of an island chain in the Southwest Pacific.
How was Samoa acquired?
It was acquired by the U.S. because in World War 2, they found, and used Samoa as a place to store weapons, and keep some of their wounded. They also put bunkers around Samoa (I'm samoan and I've seen them) to keep out any of the Japanese that may have came and took it over, but the good news was that Japan never did find Samoa.
What is the national sport of Samoa?
Rugby and volley ball!
Who was famous and wrote Coming of Age in Samoa?
Margaret Mead
What is the religions of Samoa?
the major feligion is the uchia clan
What are the different religions in Samoa?
Catholic, Anglican, Church of England, Bahai, LMS (London Missionary Society), Mormons, Methodist, etc, etc
Epidemic when did it happened in Samoa?
when did epidemic influenza start in samoa how did it happen in samoa? why did it affected the people of samoa? the reference in samoa?
In 1881 Samoa was divided into?
American Samoa and Western Samoa (now known as Samoa).
Why is Samoa called Samoa?
it is called western Samoa because Samoa is divided into two parts, American Samoa and western Samoa. After colonialism came to Samoa, America took control of Eastern Samoa which adapted the name "American Samoa". While Germany (and later NZ) took control of Western Samoa, who then took on the name "Western Samoa". No called SAMOA. The nation dropped the "western" in 1997.
What makes Samoa different from every other place?
its religions and excitement of the people as along with its nice food. that is not what was asked. geographical features are things like mountains or rivers or deserts. not religion & food. im actually trying to figure out what the geographical features of Samoa are too. so if anyone actually has a real answer post it.
Is Samoa American Samoa and western Samoa all the same?
They are the same in that Samoans in American Samoa and Samoa (once Western Samoa) have the same heritage. However, American Samoa is a US territory while Samoa is an independent nation. So they are in effect two different countries.
What are the two natiions called in Samoa?
Samoa and American Samoa
Who got KICKED off not voted off of Survivor Samoa?
The contestants of Survivor Samoa were voted out in the following order: Marisa Calihan (Survivor: Samoa) Mike Borassi (Survivor: Samoa) Betsy Bolan (Survivor: Samoa) Ben Browning (Survivor: Samoa) Yasmin Giles (Survivor: Samoa) Ashley Trainer (Survivor: Samoa) Russell Swan (Survivor: Samoa) Liz Kim (Survivor: Samoa) Erik Cardona (Survivor: Samoa) Kelly Sharbaugh (Survivor: Samoa) Laura Morett (Survivor: Samoa) John Fincher (Survivor: Samoa) Dave Ball (Survivor: Samoa) Monica Padilla (Survivor: Samoa) Shambo Waters (Survivor: Samoa) Jaison Robinson (Survivor: Samoa) Brett Clouser (Survivor: Samoa) Mick Trimming (Survivor: Samoa) Russell Hantz (Survivor: Samoa) Runner Up Natalie White (Survivor: Samoa) Sole Survivor
Is Samoa the capital of America Samoa?
No the capital of American Samoa is Pago Pago. Apia is the capital of Samoa
Samoa was formerly known by what name?
Previous names: * Samoa ~ 1900-1914 * Western Samoa ~ 1914-1997 * Samoa ~ 1997-present
What two nations were Samoa divide two?
Samoa and American Samoa
