Why liminal spaces are uncertain and ambiguous and promote a feeling of communitas amongst the people who occupy these spaces. Posted by Sikhanyisiwe Mkhonto We are constantly moving from one space to another. These are often large socially constructed spaces that create meanings or serve a function in our society. There are however spaces where we are neither in nor out. This space is the centre of two large spaces. A small space where one feels connected with the fellow members who are occupying that small space in that moment (Shortt, 2015: 634). Turner investigated the works of Arnold Van Gepp who spoke of the concept of ‘rite de passage.’ Victor Turner’s focus was the liminal period of a ritual. ‘Liminality is ambiguous, this is because the individual is not being classified into any category which confirms their role in a cultural society’ (Turner, 1969: 95). In this liminal period members involved experience a sense of harmony, this is what Turner labels as communit...
Thank you for the work you have put into your nice blog. Private tutor Jacksonville We will bookmark to your blog because it is very informational. We love the site and will come back to see your new posts.
ReplyDeleteThis is really informative blog for students, Private tutor Winter Park keep up the good work.
ReplyDelete