Nyaj Tshaav Ntuj (Part 2) - The Response

Traditional Hmong Funeral - Nyaj Tshaav Ntuj (Part 2)

"The Response"

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When giving nyaj tshaav ntuj, the grieving family will acknowledge your support. They will recite poetic and ritual sayings to show their appreciation for your monetary support. In this video I provide you with a short saying that you can use when responding to their acknowledgement. You can add more to extend it or use it as it is because it covers the essential elements in conveying respect. I hope this helps!


The Response
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Xob ua tsaug mog,

Mej tsev xyob cuab

Tsev pluj tsev tuag

Tsev puag tsev nroog

Wb ua (insert your position in relation to the family) tuaj los

Tub muab yaam tsi tsheej yaam

Paab tsi tau mej tsev xyom cuab

Tauv tsi tau mej tsev xyom cuab lub kua muag,

Tsuas yog coj qhov muag tuaj saib

Nws laug nce hauv toj xwb os mog

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