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Vietnamese Folklore: Enduring Identity and Values

May 9, 2025 | by anhtvh.work@gmail.com

Vietnamese Folklore: Enduring Identity and Values

Overview of Vietnamese Folklore

Vietnamese folklore is a priceless treasure trove, reflecting the history, soul, and intellect of the nation. Over thousands of years, stories, songs, proverbs, and customs have been passed down from generation to generation, creating a diverse and rich cultural landscape. It is not only a precious intangible cultural heritage but also an endless source of inspiration for art, literature, and life.

Legends and Fairy Tales: Origins and Life Lessons

Legends are often associated with historical figures, major events, and explanations of natural phenomena. These stories are not only fascinating but also carry profound educational meaning, inspiring patriotism and national pride. Examples include the legend of Lac Long Quan and Au Co, and the story of Hoan Kiem Lake…
Fairy tales, with their good and evil characters and magical elements, teach people about right and wrong, justice, kindness, and perseverance. Stories like Tam Cam and Thach Sanh are clear examples of this.

Folk Songs, Proverbs, and Idioms: The Subtlety of Language

Folk songs are folk lyric poems that express the feelings, thoughts, and dreams of working people. Folk songs authentically reflect life, love for the homeland, country, and love between couples…
Proverbs are short, concise sayings that summarize life experiences and moral lessons from our ancestors. For example: “Constant dripping wears away a stone”, “One who eats the fruit should remember the one who planted the tree”…
Idioms are usually fixed phrases with symbolic meanings, making speech more vivid and engaging.

Customs and Traditions: Unique Cultural Identity

Vietnamese customs and traditions are diverse and rich, reflecting the cultural characteristics of each region. From traditional festivals like Tet Nguyen Dan, Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day to wedding and funeral ceremonies… all are imbued with the strong cultural identity of the nation. The preservation and promotion of these customs and traditions contribute to preserving and developing national culture.

The Role of Folklore in Modern Life

In today’s era, with the rapid development of information technology, the preservation and promotion of folklore is becoming increasingly important. Researching, collecting, and introducing folklore to the public, especially the younger generation, helps them better understand the history and culture of the nation, and helps transmit the good values of our ancestors to future generations.

Conclusion: Vietnamese folklore is an extremely valuable resource that needs to be preserved and promoted. Understanding and preserving folklore is not only the responsibility of researchers but also the responsibility of every Vietnamese citizen.

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