Exploring the Beauty of Vietnamese Folk Culture
The Diversity and Richness of Folk Culture
Vietnamese folk culture is an invaluable treasure trove, reflecting the history, life, and soul of the Vietnamese people through generations. From mysterious mythological stories, smooth lyrical folk songs to concise and meaningful proverbs, all contribute to a diverse and rich cultural picture.
Mythology and Legends: The Origin of the Universe and Humanity
Vietnamese mythology is rich in mystery, telling the stories of the creation of the earth and heaven, of humans and deities. Stories about Son Tinh, Thuy Tinh, or An Duong Vuong and Mi Chau – Trong Thuy not only explain natural phenomena but also reflect beliefs about good and evil, loyalty, love, and loss in life.
Folk Songs and Proverbs: The Heart of the Nation
Folk songs (Ca dao) are lyrical folk songs that express the feelings, aspirations, and lives of the people. From love between couples, family affection to homesickness, all are expressed sincerely and deeply. Proverbs (Tục ngữ) are short, concise sayings that encapsulate the life experiences and philosophies of the Vietnamese people. We can find valuable lessons in them about morality and how to behave in life.
Folk Arts: Enduring Vitality
Vietnamese folk arts are extremely diverse and rich with many different forms such as Dong Ho folk paintings, Hang Trong paintings, Bat Trang ceramics, traditional musical instruments… Each art form possesses its own unique beauty, demonstrating the talent and skill of the artisans.
Preservation and Promotion of Folk Culture
In the present day, with the rapid development of technology and modern culture, the preservation and promotion of folk culture is a very important task. We need practical measures to protect traditional cultural values, while promoting them to the world, helping Vietnamese folk culture to be known and loved by more and more people.
Teaching and learning about folk culture in schools, organizing traditional cultural activities, publishing books and films about folk culture are necessary measures to preserve and promote these precious cultural values.