This is an ancient tradition that encourages tribes to share any excess they might have, both as an act of compassion to those that aren't as fortunate and as a way to ensure as little as possible of
Soha Biegjun's gifts are wasted. This is especially true for certain foodstuffs where methods of preservation may be limited or nonexistent.
Etymology & Definition
'Suuha' is a variation of
'suuh' (3rd sin./pl. pronoun for
'they/them'), that's used the same way as
'tuuh' (2nd sin./pl. pronoun for
'you') but only when addressing bieggjan from another tribe. It could be contextually translated to
'friend'.
'Kienkii' is the verb for
'to gift' and
'to share', but in this context seems to rather be treated as a noun referring to a quantity (a share of something).
Definition of 'Excess'
Having 'an excess' was originally defined as having more food, water, or raw material than the tribe can use up before it spoils/expires.
Over the last few decades it's become common to also include crafted goods in this definition. Several tribes have been observed creating sets of clothes, tools, clayware, and other necessities if they have the time to spare for the sole purpose of leaving them at a
Lamass they know they'll pass by or to offer them to another tribe they anticipate crossing paths with.
This is such a lovely tradition/expectation. It makes me feel warm and fuzzy, particularly the bit about crafted goods.
Thank you, it's turned out my favorite so far of the biegglan traditions. <3