CIR COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SONGS BREAKDOWN | CIR ELDERS | JB Productions

Описание: Overview of Cir Community

The Cir community is one of the key sections of the Twic Dinka (Jiëëŋ) in Twic East County, Jonglei State, South Sudan. Known for their deep-rooted traditions, warrior history, and poetic oral literature, Cir people have preserved their identity through generations by storytelling, songs, and ceremonies.



🪘 2. Historical Songs of the Cir Community

Cir songs are not just entertainment — they are historical archives, spiritual reflections, political commentaries, and moral teachings. Below are categories of historical Cir songs with brief narratives.

The oral history of Cir, as narrated by elders like Sultan Awengdit, follows a generational timeline, often marked by clan heads, major events,
🗣️ Famous Quote by Sultan Awengdit:

“Cir is not just a name, it is a promise — from ancestor to unborn. As long as cattle graze and children play, Cir shall speak.”



🔥 Key Values Passed Down:
• Muɔnyjäŋ (Dignity)


🛡️ 4. Purpose of the Songs & Narrations
• Identity preservation – Especially during diaspora and displacement.
• Inter-generational education – Young Cir learn their history through songs.
• Ritual use – Songs are key in weddings, funerals, and negotiations.
• Resistance & resilience – Many songs were written during wars or famines to foster hope.

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✍🏽 Conclusion

The historical songs and narrations by Sultan Awengdit and Cir elders serve as a living archive of the Cir people — their struggles, triumphs, and values. These oral traditions not only celebrate identity but also ensure that every child born into Cir remembers where they come from, and why their story matters.
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