BUZKASHI By Larry B. Lambert The ancient game of Buzkashi is part of Afghan life and is offered as a primer to that end. It has little to do with politics but much to do with the spirit of the place. Buzkashi is a game that dates itself into Afghan antiquity. The name Buzkashi, literally translated means goat killing suggest it was derived from hunting mountain goats by champions on horseback.

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Buzkashi is an ancient game of horsemanship, played with skill and daring. But the rules are unwritten.

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From the January 04, 2002 edition - http://www.csmonitor.com/2002/0104/p9s1-wosc.html Buzkashi - an Afghan tradition thrives A favorite Afghan pastime reflects the values of the country: strength, courage, and horsemanship. By Lucian Kim The dozens of turbaned horsemen on their prancing steeds assemble on a dusty field on the outskirts of this city in northern Afghanistan. Despite their shouts ...