The basic unit of society is family. In many well established and ancient societies, family kinship up to seven generations was considered sacred. Some of the tribes were always prepared to keep up their tradition, social values, cultural heritage and economic status even at the cost of bloodshed. The inherent herd-instinct in man to find out the roots of his family is telling in the reports of certain such occurrences now and then appearing in the newspapers.
The origin of many
Kudumbayogams now prevalent among Syrian Christians especially in Central
Travancore wants research. Inspired by community feelings of oneness, they were
to initiate the formation of such Kudumbayogams with a view to sharing and
perpetuating their family culture, common interests, values and identity as an
essential need of the age.
The advertisements
of family gatherings off and on coming in the newspapers under the column
“Kudumbayogam”, sheds light upon the liveliness and activities of many such
ones among the Syrian Christians of all denominations. Of course, many such
Kudumbayogams are an asset to the community as they prosper mutual love and
cordiality among the members and an atmosphere for helping one another,
especially the needy.
The very
recollection of the brilliant traditions acquired through various spells of
time, the occasional service and contributions sponsored to the surrounding
society by Kudumbayogams inculcate the growth of inspiration and liveliness in
the growing generation, Kudumbayogams can be considered as an asset to the
well-being of society.
What’s the relevance
of Family Re-union in 21st Century?
- To know the clan origins, family history and Genealogy for Young Generation
- To know Family Branches, Own Relatives for Young Generation
- To facilitate platform for networking with Family Members
- To celebrate our shared heritage and culture
- To honor the memories of any relatives who have passed away
- To reunite broken relationships between family members
- Help needy family members together as a community
- To honor the achievers and promote enthusiasm to family members