Vietnamese Folklore: A Precious Heritage to Preserve

Overview of Vietnamese Folklore

Vietnamese folklore is a rich and diverse treasure trove, formed and developed over thousands of years of history. It is the crystallization of the wisdom, life experiences, and soul of the Vietnamese people. From fairy tales, legends, myths to proverbs, folk songs, folk melodies, dances, traditional festivals… all reflect a unique culture, rich in national identity.

Legends and Myths: Origins and Meanings

Vietnamese legends and myths often revolve around historical figures, national heroes, or mysterious natural phenomena. These stories not only explain the origin of objects and phenomena but also carry profound lessons about morality, courage, filial piety… For example, the legend of the Dragon and Fairy, the legend of Son Tinh – Thuy Tinh, or stories about national heroes like the Trung Sisters, Ngo Quyen… are all vivid evidence of this.

Meaningful Fairy Tales

Vietnamese fairy tales are often highly educational, teaching people lessons about kindness, fairness, diligence, hard work… Through fairy tales, children are exposed to good moral values, forming good character. Familiar characters like Tam and Cam, Thach Sanh… have become an indispensable part of the spiritual life of the Vietnamese people.

Proverbs and Folk Songs: The Face of Folk Wisdom

Proverbs are short, concise sayings that summarize the life experiences of the people. They contain valuable lessons about life, people, and society… Folk songs are lyrical poems that express people’s feelings, thoughts, and aspirations. Folk songs reflect the rich and diverse emotional life of the Vietnamese people, from love to family affection, and village solidarity…

Traditional Festivals: Special Cultural Events

Traditional festivals are an indispensable part of the spiritual and cultural life of the Vietnamese people. Each festival has its own meaning, reflecting the beliefs, customs, and traditions of each region. Famous festivals such as the Hung Temple Festival, the Chemgieat Festival, the Go Cong Festival… attract millions of visitors each year, contributing to promoting the image of Vietnamese culture to international friends.

Preservation and Promotion of Folklore

In the context of current international integration, preserving and promoting folklore is a very important task. We need specific policies and measures to protect and preserve traditional cultural values, while also educating and promoting to the younger generation the meaning of folklore.