Crip Knowledge Flashcards

Crip Knowledge Overview

• "What's under your left foot?" refers to a "red flag," symbolizing awareness of danger or opposition.
• Behind the moon lies "3 cz, a book of knowledge, 2 dueces, and a blue devil," emphasizing the mystical and knowledge aspects of Crip culture.

Cultural Symbols and Figures

• "Behind the bush" is linked to "King David spittin knowledge," indicating reverence for this figure in Crip lore.
• "Behind your heart" represents "Crip Nation," signifying loyalty and identity within the gang.
• "What's under your bed?" contains imagery of "2 strips of bacon, egg no yolk, and a cup of slob," potentially symbolizing the frivolous or trivial aspects of life within the gang context.

Historical References

• The full moon is significant; "we bang on a full moon" for the cause, avenging Queen Sheeba's murder by 5 rivals, highlighting the pain in the community's history.
• "What killed King David?" connects to a "donut," possibly a metaphorical symbol reflecting unexpected demise.

Lifestyle and Daily References

• Typical items associated with Crip lifestyle include "Camels" for cigarettes and "slob heads" in a fridge, indicating an ongoing engagement with gang culture.
• "What's in your backyard?" features a "1963 Chevy," representing nostalgia and pride in heritage.
• "What's under your right foot?" recalls "2000 dead slobs," showcasing a perspective on rivalry with a somber undertone.

Knowledge and Wisdom

• The term "what's in ya pocket?" reveals "65 cents, 3 bones, and a pack of Camel matches," suggesting a mixture of currency and remnants of culture.
• "What's under your hat?" symbolizes "a book of knowledge," indicating the importance of wisdom in identity.

Ceremonial Practices

• "When you reach David's castle," one should "Holla Hoover," invoking a call for leadership and guidance.
• Specific actions like "take 6 steps up stacc" and "throw down a b" illustrate ceremonial procedures within the culture.

Spiritual and Philosophical Insights

• "Why is the sky blue?" connects to the belief that "crips go to heaven" due to their blue identity, whereas rivals face a stark fate.
• Walking down various streets symbolizes a journey enriched with teachings, reverence for figures like Jacob and Solomon.

Structural Elements of Belief

• "How many steps in the temple?" reveals a structured belief system with "360 steps."
• The "yellow brick road" features "360 briccs," suggesting an intricate, possibly interconnected community path.

Key Figures and Leadership

• "Who has the 3 keys to gangsta city?" refers to critical figures like Hoover's son and Sheeba, signifying power and authority.
• "Who broke the champagne glass?" stems from a pivotal act by Sheeba, marking it as a significant moment within the lore.

Consequences and Moral Messages

• "Kill a slob win a prize; kill a crip, your whole family dies" presents a stark moral dichotomy reflecting the serious consequences of actions within the culture.
• "Let it rain let it flood let a crip kill a blood" showcases an acceptance of violence intertwined with cultural expressions and rituals.