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The impact of Christianity
The impact of Christianity in the nineteenth century resulted in certain
traditions being proscribed. In the pre-Christian era, human sacrifice was
practiced. Men were buried alive to hold the pillars to the house of a chief.
Cannibalism was practiced, too: the bodies of enemies slain in battle, or in
sacrifice, were piled up and cooked for festivals, such as the installation of
chiefs. Seru Epenisa Cakobau, the Bauan warlord who united the disparate tribes
of Fiji and proclaimed himself King in 1871, renounced cannibalism on his
conversion to Christianity in 1854.
Sport
Rugby union in Fiji
Rugby union is very popular in Fiji. The highest level of competition is the
Colonial Cup. The national team also competes in international tournaments. The
Fijian Rugby Sevens team is constantly one of the top two or three teams in the
world, often the premier team.
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