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  1. Imbongi

    The imbongi (plural izibongo) or Xhosa praise poet is a distinct member of the Xhosa community and serves a number of significant social functions. The ‘imbongi’ is sometimes described as ‘the poet who walks before any great chief’ as they are often part of the welcoming of royalty. The ‘imbongi is traditionally male and recites poems that inspire emotions, record clan and family relationships, allude to historical events and comment on current affairs.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of imbongi in Chaldean Numerology is: 5

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of imbongi in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6


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