Reform of the traditional rituals of tethering the foals

Author(s)
Demchigmaa, O. en Дэмчигмаа, О.
Title
Reform of the traditional rituals of tethering the foals
Alternative Title
Гүүний үрс гаргах зан үйлийн уламжлал шинэчлэл
Publication Type
Proceedings
Language
mon
Number of Pages
10
Location
Mongolia
Keywords
Festive event Horse Ritual
Relevance to ICH Safeguarding
awareness raising
ICH Genre
festive events rituals
Description
The ritual of tethering foals, a practice deeply rooted in Mongolian heaven worship and shamanism, is rich in cultural significance. It has evolved to incorporate religious meaning based on local beliefs, and it is essential to recognize how deeply embedded it is within the customs of herding communities. This tradition distinctly showcases the unique characteristics of the region. However, it addresses the trend of oversimplifying and altering these rituals to conform to contemporary norms. Such imperative changes diminish these traditions' cultural richness and risk distorting their essential elements and erasing vital aspects altogether. We must acknowledge that the influence of time, seasonal variations, and the state of civilization profoundly affect these practices, and we should strive to preserve their authenticity and significance.
Book/Journal Title
Dundgovi study en Дундговь судлал
Publisher
Dundgovi Province Museum
Place of Publication
Mongolia
Date of Publication
2019
Issue
2
Pages
80-89
Academic Field
cultural studies
Community/Ethnic Group
Mongolia Dundgovi province
Contributor
Council for Cultural Heritage Networking and Communication
Active Contribution
Mongolia, FY 2024
Data Collection Project