What are the origins of the Hmong Xwm Kab? #hmongstories

The Xwm Kab is an altar set up in the home of a person still practicing the old ways. It would typically be adorned with joss paper, incense sticks, chicken feathers and various items to honor the spirits of wealth and protection to safeguard your home. However, not many know how the Xwm Kab came to be *Disclaimer* As Hmong stories are oral stories passed down between generations, we understand that each story will differ from individual to individual or dialect to dialect, however we have made the upmost effort to stay faithful to the story and acknowledge that there may be many differing versions that exist within the Hmong community. **This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, Thanks to a legislative appropriation from the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund**