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Chichikue

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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(the clappier) is the on musical instrument of the North American Indians. It consists either of a hollow pumpkin or gourd, or of a turtle-shell, filled with stones, so that by shaking it, it gives forth a rattling sound. It is used at religious and festive dances.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Chichikue'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​c/chichikue.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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