Most cultures dont have one. Other have various coming of age ceremonies - the Bar Mitzva, the confirmation, Baptism, whatever...
Boys-14 and Girls-12
The Quinceanera or Quincearero, for children when they turn 16 years old.
Initiation ceremonies is essential just because it will expose the the person being initiated to be aware of the principles involved in the tradition of such organization or culture. It will serve as an oath of office when you talk about culture.
In Japanese culture, coming of age occurs at the age of 20 years old. Their Seijin Shiki ceremonies are held on the second Monday of January each year.
In many cultures, boys undergo a rite of passage or coming-of-age ceremony before being considered men. These ceremonies, often called initiation rites, can vary widely but typically involve challenges, tests of skill, or spiritual journeys that symbolize the transition to adulthood. Examples include bar and bat mitzvahs in Jewish culture, vision quests in some Indigenous cultures, and various initiation ceremonies in African tribes. Such rituals serve to impart cultural values, responsibilities, and social roles to the young men.
They were considered an adult when they were old enough to hunt and fight for the tribe
Two religious ceremonies for boys during the time of Jesus were circumcision, which was a sign of the covenant between God and the Jewish people, and the Bar Mitzvah, which marked the coming of age (around age 13) and initiation into religious responsibilities as an adult in the Jewish community.
marriages are different in almost all cultures, like some cultures you have to dress a certain way, eat certain things, but the Inuits do not have wedding ceremonies
Lisa Sita has written: 'Indians of the Southwest' 'Cliff dwellers and Pueblo peoples' -- subject(s): Juvenile literature, Cliff-dwellers, Pueblo Indians, Antiquities 'World Celebrations & Ceremonies - Coming of Age (World Celebrations & Ceremonies)' 'The rattle and the drum' -- subject(s): Juvenile literature, Indians of North America, Rites and ceremonies 'Coming of age' -- subject(s): Juvenile literature, Rites and ceremonies, Initiation rites, Puberty rites 'Indians of the Northeast' 'Worlds of belief' -- subject(s): Juvenile literature, Religions, Spirituality, Manners and customs, Religion 'Rocks, gems, and minerals' -- subject(s): Geology, Juvenile literature
Amazon tribes often have unique coming-of-age rituals that vary from one group to another. These ceremonies may involve physical challenges, such as hunting or endurance tests, alongside spiritual rites to mark the transition from childhood to adulthood. The rituals often emphasize the importance of community, cultural identity, and the responsibilities that come with maturity. Participation in these ceremonies helps to strengthen bonds within the tribe and instill values and traditions in the younger generation.
Well, Because it's their culture. It's what they do. It symbolizes something to them.