Vietnamese Folklore: A Precious Heritage to Preserve

The Richness and Diversity of Vietnamese Folklore

Vietnamese folklore is an incredibly rich and diverse treasure trove, reflecting the history, life, and soul of the Vietnamese people through generations. From captivating mythological fairy tales and folk songs and proverbs imbued with human emotion to unique folk art forms such as water puppetry, Cheo opera, and Quan Ho singing, all contribute to creating a distinctive and unique cultural landscape.

Legends and Myths: The Origin of the Universe and Humanity

Vietnamese legends and myths often revolve around mythical figures, stories about the creation of the universe, the origin of humanity, and natural phenomena. These stories not only explain the origin of things and phenomena but also convey moral values, life lessons, and ways of interacting with each other.

Folk Songs and Proverbs: The Voice of the Soul

Folk songs (Ca dao) are short lyrical poems, often passed down orally through generations. The content of folk songs is diverse, reflecting love for the homeland, family affection, romantic love… Proverbs (Tục ngữ) are short, concise sayings that encapsulate the life experiences of the people. Proverbs contain valuable lessons about life, people, and society.

Folk Art: Unceasing Creativity

Vietnamese folk art is very diverse, from Dong Ho paintings, Hang Trong paintings, Bat Trang ceramics to water puppetry, Cheo opera, and Quan Ho singing… Each art form is imbued with the national cultural identity, demonstrating the talent and skill of the artisans.

The Role of Folklore in Modern Life

In modern society, folklore still plays an important role in educating young generations, preserving and promoting national cultural identity. Folklore helps people understand the history and traditions of the nation, cultivate personality and morality. It is also an endless source of inspiration for artistic creation and tourism.

Challenges in Preserving Folklore

Currently, Vietnamese folklore is facing many challenges such as the impact of foreign cultures and the rapid development of information technology… This requires the joint efforts of the community in preserving and promoting the value of folklore.

Conclusion

Vietnamese folklore is a precious heritage of the nation. Preserving and promoting folklore is not only the responsibility of the authorities but also the responsibility of every individual. Let’s join hands to preserve and promote these valuable traditional cultural values for future generations.