Remember GX: White Trouser Yao

Recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as having one of the world’s most well-preserved cultures, one of GX’s most unique people groups celebrate their own New Year this month. This month, let’s pray for The Baonuo (or The White Trouser Yao).

The term “Baiku Yao”, which means “white trouser Yao” in Mandarin, describes the Baonuo’s famous, unique clothing. Worn by men, these white pants boast five orange stripes embroidered near the knee. Legend holds that long ago an enemy had cornered the Yao people in a valley. When it seemed there was no means of escape, a servant ran up and proclaimed a way out! Going from despair to delight, the king slapped his battle-worn hand on his knees, leaving a bloody handprint of five fingers on his trousers. The people escaped, but the king died from battle injuries. To commemorate the king, Baonuo men wear a “five fingers” pattern near the knee on their finest clothing.

“They have conquered [the accuser] by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death.” Revelation 12:11