Governed by ideals of respect, the Rewasa villagers carry on the traditions of exchange, patriarchy and the importance of social ties. All of these themes fit together.
Social status is determined by the patrilineal system.
Social ties as well as exchange are based on social status, all of which are directed by rules of respect. Ideals of respect are evident in kerekere, attending church services, contributing money for fund-raisers and helping those who ask. The patrilineal society, still in effect out of respect of tradition, governs home life as well as village life. And all of these can be found in every day activities in a Fijian village. While the per capita income is low, and the villagers live their lives under the rules of patriarchy, and the health standards are not great, Fijians seem to be happy.