Exploring the Beauty of Vietnamese Folklore

The Richness of Vietnamese Folklore

Vietnamese folklore is a rich and diverse treasure trove, passed down through thousands of years of history. It is the crystallization of the wisdom, life experiences, and souls of the Vietnamese people, reflecting the life, nature, and worldview of our nation. From colorful and magical fairy tales to folk songs and proverbs imbued with human affection, all contribute to creating a vibrant and captivating picture of folklore.

Legends and Fairy Tales: Origins and Meanings

Legends:

Legends often tell of historical figures, major events, or mysterious natural phenomena. They carry moral lessons, cultural values, and the spirit of the community. For example, the legend of Son Tinh and Thuy Tinh depicts the struggle between humans and nature, the Vietnamese people’s desire to conquer nature.

Fairy Tales:

Fairy tales focus on imaginary, unrealistic stories, with kind and evil characters, magical spells. They often carry messages about justice, good and evil, perseverance, and dreams. Fairy tales like Tam Cam and Thach Sanh have become an integral part of the childhood of many generations of Vietnamese people.

Folk Songs, Proverbs, and Traditional Music: The Skill of Language

Folk songs are short lyrical poems, often composed and orally transmitted, reflecting the emotions, lives, and people of Vietnam. Proverbs are short, concise sayings, summarizing life experiences and philosophies of the folk. Traditional music are traditional songs, with rich and diverse melodies and lyrics, expressing many aspects of social life. We can see the subtlety and skill in language, the richness of imagery and emotion in these works.

Preservation and Promotion of Folklore

In the present day, preserving and promoting folklore is an important task. We need practical measures to pass on these precious cultural values to future generations. Researching, collecting, compiling, and disseminating folk literature works is essential to preserving national cultural identity.

Folklore is not only a part of history, but also an endless source of inspiration for art, creativity, and national development. Let’s explore and cherish the beauty of Vietnamese folklore!