A patriarchal family is one run by the father or eldest male of a household. He usually decides the duties of the women and children in the family. In this role, the patriarch solves family disputes and divides the family ’ s wealth. The patriarch is also the spiritual leader of the family because he is thought to be the closest to the spirits of the family ’ s ancestors.
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