A wealthy man among the Kapauku of New Guinea cannot be a Big Man unless he gives his wealth away.

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In the Kapauku culture, a Big Man is someone who gains influence and social status through their ability to distribute wealth and resources. Simply being wealthy alone does not make someone a Big Man, and in fact, they must give away their wealth and resources in order to gain and maintain their status as a Big Man.

A Wealthy Man Among the Kapauku of New Guinea Cannot