Skillful oratory filled with proverbs, historical allusions and even poetry is an important part of Tongan culture. In fact, certain men with such skills (in Samoa as well) have been designated as "talking chiefs."
Skillful oratory filled with proverbs, historical allusions and even poetry is an important part of Tongan culture. In fact, certain men with such skills (in Samoa as well) have been designated as "talking chiefs."
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