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= Sarykhun and Zökhari =

The [[Altan Saryk]] distinguish between two forms of tribal belonging.

== Sarykhun ==

'''Sarykhun''' (“Those of the Stone”) are individuals born into the tribe and fully bound to the [[Saryk Cairn]].

== Zökhari ==

'''Zökhari''' (“Those Who Walk Beside”) are those who join the tribe later in life.

== Cultural Meaning ==

The distinction defines responsibility, not worth.

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''See also: [[Returning Walk]]''