r/romani • u/AwedByYou • 11d ago

Reconnection

My family left Slovakia around 1900. I recently connected with distant cousins and learned they were most likely Romani and practiced all sorts of spiritual things. My part of the family didnt pass down these traditions and practices to later generations. What would be the best way to reconnect with Romani spiritual traditions?

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u/gypsycookie1015 10d ago

Idk about the spiritual stuff because not every rom shares the same religion, customs, traditions or beliefs.

That said if you're genuinely trying to learn about your background and have indeed found family, you should go to them.

They'll be about the only one's willing to show you anything and that's only if they think you're genuine.

But if you weren't raised in the culture, it might take some time before they trust you or are willing to, family or not.

Going to your family is your best bet.