Vietnamese Folklore: Exploring the Essence of Home

Legends and Fairy Tales: Origins and Meanings

Vietnamese folklore is a priceless treasure trove, preserving stories, songs, proverbs, and festivals that reflect the life, soul, and intellect of the Vietnamese people through generations. Legends, with stories of heroes, deities, and the birth of the nation, form the foundation of national pride. Fairy tales, with their clearly defined good and evil characters and profound moral lessons, teach people about righteousness, justice, and compassion. For example, the legend of Son Tinh and Thuy Tinh reflects the aspiration to conquer nature and the indomitable will of the nation, while the fairy tale Tam and Cam reflects the aspiration for justice and the punishment of evil.

Proverbs, Folk Songs, and Traditional Music: The Voice of the People

Proverbs, with their concise and succinct sentences, express the life experiences and philosophies of the Vietnamese people. Folk songs, with their sweet and profound melodies, express the feelings, thoughts, and aspirations of people. From love between couples to family affection, from the sadness of separation to the joy of reunion, everything is expressed sincerely and movingly through folk songs. Each folk song is a vivid picture of the life, people, and nature of Vietnam.

Traditional Festivals: The Connection Between People and Beliefs

Traditional festivals are an integral part of Vietnamese folklore. Each festival has its own meaning, linked to history, beliefs, and community life. From village festivals, harvest festivals to major national festivals, all show the close bond between people and their ancestors. Festivals are not only occasions for fun and entertainment but also opportunities to remember the origins, preserve, and promote traditional cultural values.

Preserving and Promoting Folklore

Preserving and promoting folklore is the responsibility of every Vietnamese citizen. We need to actively participate in activities to preserve and promote folklore, from studying and researching to teaching the younger generation. This will help folklore not only to be preserved but also to be developed, contributing to enriching the cultural treasure of the country.

In the present day, with the rapid development of information technology, preserving and promoting folklore has become more important than ever. We need to take advantage of modern tools to promote folklore to a large number of people domestically and internationally.