The difference between a clan, to which you belong either by birth or by adoption such as you have undergone and on the other hand a clan association to which you pay dues, comes up here from time to time. Generally, a clan association is a club for those who choose to join, and in which membership is generally dependent on existing membership (again by birth or adoption) in the clan itself. You don't pay dues to belong to a clan, just the association or "club."
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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