Exploring the Beauty of Vietnamese Folklore

Legends and Mythology: The Source of Creativity

Vietnamese folklore is an incredibly rich treasure trove, passed down through thousands of years of history. Legends and myths not only explain the origins of the earth, humans, objects, and phenomena, but also reflect the mindset and philosophy of the Vietnamese people. From the legend of Son Tinh and Thuy Tinh, the war for Mi Nuong, to the story of An Duong Vuong and Mi Chau – Trong Thuy, each story carries a profound message about love, courage, intelligence, and historical lessons.

The mythical figures of deities and historical characters, along with a system of supernatural elements, have created a magical and captivating world that captivates listeners and storytellers. This is also an endless source of inspiration for artists, writers, and filmmakers to create outstanding works of art.

Folk Songs and Proverbs: A Treasury of Life’s Philosophy

Folk songs and proverbs are short, concise sayings that reflect the life experiences and philosophies of the Vietnamese people. Sweet and poignant love folk songs, and profoundly wise proverbs reflect social life, people, and nature. We can find in them lessons on morality, lifestyle, and love for the homeland.

Folk songs are often used during festivals and community activities, creating a cheerful and warm atmosphere. Proverbs are used in everyday communication, enriching the Vietnamese language and culture.

Festivals and Customs: The Connection of the Community

Festivals and customs are an indispensable part of Vietnamese folklore. From traditional festivals such as Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year), the Hung Kings Temple Festival, to regional festivals with their own unique features, each festival carries a profound cultural and social meaning.

Traditional folk games, traditional dances, and specialty dishes at festivals have created a diverse and vibrant cultural picture. Festivals are not only occasions for people to have fun and relax but also opportunities to strengthen community solidarity and bonding.

Preservation and Promotion of Folklore

In today’s era, with the rapid development of technology and globalization, the preservation and promotion of folklore is a crucial task. We need practical measures to convey these cultural values to future generations, contributing to preserving the national cultural identity.

Organizing cultural, educational, and propaganda activities on folklore is necessary. Researching, collecting, compiling, and publishing works of folklore is also a way to preserve and promote the value of Vietnamese folklore.