Scarification

Scarifcation is a process of cutting the skin open and healing it to become a permanent scar. Many tribes use scarification as symbolism. They can use it as a form of communication or as a recognition of who each other are. African tribes used scarification as a symbol of strength and courage in pain for both men and women.
I think scarification in tribalism really shows just how culture can go to such extremes that they want to draw their beliefs into their skin. It shows bravery and commitment to the tribe.

The image above is of a young boy with scarification marks on his face. I find his scars really striking because they are raised so far up from his skin and stand out in changing the shape of his face. It makes me think of the pain he had to go through and how hard it must have been but the results were most likely worth it for him as they are very noticeable.