Patrilineal societies

Patrilineal societies are social systems where lineage, inheritance, and family identity are traced through the male line. In such societies, children typically belong to their father's family, and property or titles are passed down from father to son. This system often influences social roles, inheritance rights, and kinship networks, shaping community structure and individual identity based on male descent. Patrilineality is common in various cultures worldwide and helps organize family relationships within a framework that emphasizes male lineage and heritage.