Traditional Festivals Research Articles

The Jewish Yom Kippur (Lev. 16:11-22) and its Relationship with Effutu Aboakyer Festival: A Theological Reflection

This paper explored the parallels between the Jewish Yom Kippur ritual as described in Leviticus 16:11-22 and the Effutu Aboakyer festival celebrated by the Effutu people of Ghana, West Africa. Drawing upon anthropological and sociological methodologies, the study conducted a close exegesis of Leviticus 16:11–22, elucidating its atoning rituals and practices. By situating these rituals within the cultural context of the Effutu community, the paper unveiled remarkable similarities between the Yom Kippur observance and the Aboakyer festival. The chosen methodology acknowledged Scripture’s inherent socio-cultural insights and engages with anthropological research to enrich understanding. The study argued that atonement in traditional festivals does not achieve salvation for humanity; only Jesus’ sacrifice saves. Ultimately, this exploration offers theological reflections that resonate with both African and biblical contexts, shedding light on the enduring relevance of ancient rituals in contemporary cultural frameworks. Keywords: Christ, Effutu Aboakyer Festival, Christ, Leviticus 16, Yom Kippur

Research on the Network Communication Value and Strategies of Chinese Traditional Festival Culture

In the contemporary context of globalization and digitization, the communication of Chinese traditional festival culture not only involves the inheritance and promotion of culture but also pertains to the cultural identity and self-confidence of the Chinese nation. Starting from the perspective of the values conveyed, this paper emphasizes the role of traditional festival culture in strengthening the shaping of social ideology, maintaining a balance between the local and global aspects of culture, and highlighting its significance in the dialectical interaction with modern technology in the era of the internet. Subsequently, the paper proposes strategies for innovating content, utilizing advanced technology, enhancing interaction with audiences, and promoting cross-disciplinary integration to effectively propagate Chinese traditional festival culture in the online environment. Simultaneously, considering the impact of social transformation and external cultural influences, this study systematically analyzes potential challenges in the communication process and puts forth corresponding measures to promote the construction of cultural self-confidence in China through the dissemination of traditional festival culture.

PRESERVATION AND PROMOTION OF THE TRADITIONAL FESTIVAL VALUES OF THE THAI PEOPLE IN TOURISM DEVELOPMENT IN SON LA PROVINCE

Son La is a mountainous province located in the Northwest of the country, currently inhabited by numerous ethnic minority communities. Among them, the Thai ethnic community constitutes the majority, with a long history of settlement in this region and many traditional cultural values contributing to the distinctiveness of Son La Province's culture. The culture of the Thai ethnic community has become the dominant cultural foundation, encompassing not only the Son La region but also extending throughout the Northwest region. Among these, the traditional festivals of the Thai ethnic group best exemplify the cultural characteristics of each ethnic group and represent potential for sustainable tourism development in Son La Province. This article focuses on introducing some remarkable spring festivals of the Thai ethnic group in Son La Province, assessing the current situation and proposing solutions to preserve and promote the values of traditional festivals in the cultural tourism development of Son La Province

Research on Seasonal Orderliness and Linear Correlation of Vegetable Sales Data

The key to the study of seasonal orderliness and linear correlation of vegetable sales data is to understand how sales patterns are affected by seasonal factors and the linear relationship between these patterns and other variables. Seasonal ordering reflects cyclical changes in sales data over time that are influenced by factors such as climate, traditional festivals, and consumption habits. For example, certain vegetables may sell better in the winter while others in the summer. By analysing historical sales data, time series models such as Autoregressive Moving Average (ARMA) can be used to forecast future sales trends, which in turn support inventory management and pricing strategies. In addition, linear correlation analysis helps to identify the relationship between sales volume and factors such as price, cost and market demand, as well as the interactions between different vegetables, including complementary and substitution effects. This information is crucial for supply chain optimisation, promotional campaign planning and risk management. With the development of big data and analytics, researchers can more accurately model and predict market behaviours to support strategic decision-making for vegetable producers and retailers. Research that integrates seasonal ordering and linear correlation will provide insights into the complex dynamics of the vegetable market and provide data to support market participants in developing strategies to adapt to the changing environment.

The indigenous bioculture of the Pungalá parish of Ecuador an approach to their culinary and medicinal heritage

The food and culinary heritage with medicinal uses are a fascinating field that combines history, culture, and health through food. Over the centuries, various cultures have developed knowledge and practices related to the use of specific ingredients and culinary preparations with medicinal properties. In the Pungalá parish in Ecuador, these generational knowledge and traditions form a valuable biocultural heritage that helps us understand the close relationship between food and traditional medicine. Through qualitative and documentary research, interviews and community workshops are conducted to gather information using different techniques. Among the findings regarding the food and culinary heritage of Pungalá are extinct culinary traditions, as well as important culinary techniques and processes that play a role in nutrition and medicine, valuing traditional and ancestral knowledge as part of their culture. The inventory includes 22 plants used in Andean medicine and 38 preparations, including beverages, porridges, stews, soups, and wrapped dishes that become an integral part of everyday routines, dietary habits, and festive traditions. It is concluded that this knowledge constitutes a valuable food and culinary heritage, and its biocultural is based on ancestral knowledge of the healing properties of local plants and foods, contributing to the health and identity of the community. Measures should be taken to preserve and promote this heritage in the face of current challenges.

Exploring the Integration of Excellent Traditional Chinese Culture into Higher Vocational English Education from a Cross-cultural Perspective

In the context of globalization and cultural diversity, higher vocational English education not only needs to focus on language skills development but also should emphasize the enhancement of students' cross-cultural communication abilities. As a spiritual treasure of the Chinese nation, the integration of excellent traditional Chinese culture into higher vocational English education holds significant importance in cultivating talents with international perspectives and cultural confidence. In this regard, this paper, from a cross-cultural perspective, explores the necessity and approaches of integrating excellent traditional Chinese culture into higher vocational English education. Firstly, the necessity of integrating excellent traditional Chinese culture into higher vocational English education is addressed, including enhancing students' cultural confidence and national pride, promoting the improvement of students' cross-cultural communication abilities, and enhancing the cultural connotations and practicality of English teaching. Secondly, specific integration approaches are discussed, including the integration of teaching materials and curriculum content, innovation in teaching methods and means, and enriching campus culture and extracurricular activities. By integrating Chinese traditional festivals, historical stories, idioms, and other cultural elements, employing interactive teaching methods such as scenario-based teaching and role-playing, and organizing cultural experience activities such as traditional Chinese cultural festivals, calligraphy, and Chinese painting, excellent traditional Chinese culture can be effectively integrated into higher vocational English education to enhance students' cultural literacy and cross-cultural communication abilities. Finally, the paper emphasizes the importance and practical significance of integrating excellent traditional Chinese culture into higher vocational English education from a cross-cultural perspective, calling for vocational colleges to focus on cultural integration and inheritance in English education, and to cultivate talents who can confidently communicate and showcase the charm of Chinese culture on the international stage.

Integration of Red Aesthetic Education into Kindergarten and its Practical Paths

Red culture has important educational value. The integration of red aesthetics into the kindergarten provides strong support for children to establish correct values and historical views in the multi-cultural environment, and cultivate their creativity and aesthetic consciousness. Red aesthetic education activities should pay attention to the real embodiment of children’s subjectivity and the deep integration of application and practice. Practical paths of red aesthetic education in kindergarten include art activities, multi-field penetration, traditional festivals, and red aesthetic education environment infiltration.

Nostalgia, Ritual Engagement, and Meaning in Life.

Rituals are pervasive and beneficial. Little is known, however, about causes or antecedents of ritual engagement. We hypothesized that nostalgia-a sentimental longing for one's past-promotes ritual engagement, which in turn augments meaning in life. We tested this hypothesis in five methodologically diverse studies. In Study 1 (N = 311), nostalgia was positively associated with ritual engagement. In Study 2 (N = 188), nostalgia promoted ritual engagement, and in Study 3 (N = 296), it did so over engagement in a neutral task. In Study 4 (N = 252), nostalgia predicted later ritual engagement but not vice versa, convergent with Studies 2 and 3. Furthermore, nostalgia prospectively predicted meaning in life through specific ritualistic behaviors during a traditional festival. Finally, in Study 5 (N = 166), experimentally manipulated ritual engagement augmented meaning in life. As hypothesized, nostalgia advances ritual engagement, contributing to a meaningful life.

Tribal Social Life Reflected in Bishnuprasad Rabha`s Novel `Mising Koneng: A Study

Assam’s social, cultural, economic, political, etc. One of the people to be taken in writing is Bishnu Prasad Rabha. Bishnu prasad Rabha is known in the society as a lyricist. He was a novelist, lyricist and storyteller. A social novel written by Rabha Dev on the basis of the people is missing koneng novel. This novel is a mising village novel. The national history of a nation can be found in the national activities of that nation, festivals, songs, etc. Among the national events of the Misings are ‘Ali-Ai-Ligang’ and ‘Porag’ festivals are their traditional festivals. Traditionally celebrated ‘Ali-Ai-Ligang’ and ‘Porag’ festivals are agricultural festivals of the Misings people. On the evey of the arrival of spring, Ali-Ai-Ligang, an ancient festival carried by Bordaisila Jak, which passes through the bosom of Assam, brings joy, happiness and prosperity to the Misings. Bishnu Prasad Rabha Mising Koneng gives details about mising folk festivals in the novel.Among the national events of the Misings are ‘Ali-Ai-Ligang’ and ‘Porag’ festivals are their traditional festivals. Traditionally celebrated ‘Ali-Ai-Ligang’ and ‘Porag’ festivals are agricultural festivals of the Mising . On the evey of the arrival of spring, Ali-Ai-Ligang, an ancient festival carried by Bordaisila Jak, which passes through the bosom of Assam, brings joy, happiness and prosperity to the Misings. Bishnu Prasad Rabha narrates the details of mising folk festivals in the novel Mising koneng.BishnuPrasad Rabha is a worshipper of love. So maybe love is expressed individually in the novel Mising koneng. The novel narrates the love story of kumong and heroine Parasli and later the mindset of their married life. The context of the novel is a mising society and the timing of the 20th century. By the advent of the 20th century, the anti-British position created across India began to increase greatly. The swirling winds of independence that passed through the hearts of the people of India had raised the skies of Assam. Our birth condition of freedom. In view of these aspects, the research paper has been prepared for the purpose of discussing the novel Mising Koneng.

The Role of Traditional African Festivals in the Sustenance of the Ecosystem: Ikenge Festival in Utagba-Uno, Southern Nigeria as a Paradigm

This study examines the role of indigenous African festivals in the sustenance of the ecosystem. It aims to demonstrate how Ukwuani/Utagba-Uno indigenous festivals, cultural taboos, and sanctions have played a crucial role in preserving the environment and preventing its degradation. It explores the imperative of Ikenge festival in Utagba-Uno, in South-South Nigeria in environmental sustainability. Indigenous festivals are of special importance in the collective existence of a people because they represent their way of life and help them understand their natural environment. The conservation of biodiversity, therefore, calls for the integration of indigenous festivals in curbing the destruction of the ecosystem. The paper argues that an indigenous festival like the Ikenge in Utagba-Uno plays a significant role in the peaceful coexistence of the Utagba-Uno people and their immediate environment. The study employs the ethnographic research design which is a valuable tool for understanding the cultural practices, beliefs, and traditions of a particular community. In this case, the research design explores the natural resources conservation potentials of the Ikenge Festival in Utagba Uno.

Culture-specific “items” in multimodal translation: translating Spring Festival traditions into LEGO bricks

Culture-specific “items” in multimodal translation: translating Spring Festival traditions into LEGO bricks

Indigenous Festivals as a Tool for Forest Preservation and Cultural Revival in Nigeria

The United Nations states that more than four million hectares of African forests are being cut down annually. Policies being taken by governments to combat this scourge have continued to hit brick walls. However, in precolonial African societies, forests were significant in the sustenance of the lives of the people, insects, and animals that dwelt therein. The trees in the forests serve as medicinal herbs and also provide shelter for the metaphysical beings believed to determine the existence of the living. People lived in forested terrains as a result of the close relationship between the African and his natural environment. Festivals were celebrated to venerate the forests and solidify man’s kinship with the woods. However, a question that is pertinent at this juncture is: what could be responsible for the massive deforestation of trees and the disconnection of the African from his natural environment on the continent? What alternative solutions could be used to replace the top-down approaches instituted by the government? This study examines the trajectory of the disconnection of the African from his natural environment and investigates the factors responsible for this displacement. I argue that policies formulated by the government are not enough to mitigate deforestation and displacement of communities. The contention here is that Threats of fines and other punitive measures were no deterrent to people cutting down trees to sell. Also, with the failure of the government’s policies on the preservation of forests, indigenous communities impacted by deforestation should employ traditional festivals to promote the conservation of forests and improve traditional medicine. The Edegberode festival of the Sapele people in Nigeria is used as a paradigm of this study.

African Traditional Arts and Ornamentation in the Architecture of the Cultural Centre Ibadan

Art and architecture have been intertwined throughout history. Art in its various forms has played a vital role in the lives of African people as evident in their architecture. The paper reviewed the African visual culture with respect to ornamentation in the built environment as well as the variations of cultural heritage in the anthropogenic sense. The study adopted a qualitative approach using the case study method with the selection of the Cultural Centre Ibadan. The 1977 Second World Black and African Festival of Arts and Culture (FESTAC 77) held in Lagos, Nigeria inspired the architecture of the National Theatre in Lagos, and other cultural centres in other cities in Nigeria including the Cultural Centre, Ibadan which exemplified African arts and ornamentation in its façade and spaces. The Cultural Centre Ibadan is a significant masterpiece adorned with African traditional arts and ornamentation. It embodies a bold fusion of art and architecture evident in the intricate sculptural reliefs that beautify its walls, the wooden and metal ornamentation embellishing its halls and lobbies, the luscious blend of geometrical forms and shapes in its façade, its harmony with the undulating landscape and the concrete anthropomorphic sculptural pieces that welcome guests into the entrance quadrangle. The themes of the arts and ornamentation of the Cultural Centre Ibadan reflect traditional Yoruba cultural festivals, philosophical and religious motifs that has transformed the building into a cultural heritage. Artfully embellished architecture with symbolic meanings like the Cultural Centre Ibadan affords the dividends of cultural emancipation, cultural renaissance and cultural preservation. The interweaving of art and architecture in public buildings should be promoted.

Traditional African festival performances as a panacea for peace and security: the Obubra urban Ababum (cassava) festival as paradigm

ABSTRACT It has been asserted that some African and Nigerian cultural festivals are incapable of equipping community members with the requisite knowledge and skills to confront contemporary socio-political, economic and security challenges that hindered development in their communities. This paper serves as a rejoinder to enlighten the public on the powers of traditional festivals to forestall peaceful co-existence among people. The study seeks to determine whether African and Nigerian community festivals can be used as avenues for building peace, reconciliation and security development among embittered community members using the Ababum (Cassava) festival in Obubra Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria, as a paradigm. The study utilized the participant observation and personal communication research methods for data collection. Data obtained from these sources were analyzed using the textual method. The findings showed that the cassava festivals were avenues where the community members in the Obubra Urban Ward dialogued and exchanged public opinions on how to attain peace and stability. Findings also showed an increase in knowledge, added awareness of the imperatives of peace, reconciliation and security consciousness among members of these communities studied.

Educational Significance in the Preservation and Transmission of Chinese Folk Songs in Tongliao Province, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region

Background and Aim: Chinese folk songs, particularly those originating from the Horqin region in Tongliao Province, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, hold profound cultural significance. This study explores the preservation and transmission of these folk songs, recognizing their importance in cultural heritage. The aim is to investigate the educational significance of preserving and transmitting Chinese Folk Songs in Tongliao Province, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Materials and Methods: Three key informants, including experts in music education, singing, and Horqin folk music, were interviewed to gather insights. The research site, Tongliao Province, was chosen for its cultural richness and geographical significance. Structured questionnaires were employed for in-depth interviews, with data analyzed thematically. Results: The preservation of Chinese folk songs is intricately linked with government policies and local initiatives, emphasizing the need for both protection and innovation. National and global protection policies, along with local government support, play pivotal roles. Preservation measures include resource collection, professional education, and the safeguarding of related elements like instruments and cultural contexts. Additionally, promoting traditional festivals and raising awareness are recurring themes. Transmission involves aligning with the modern music market, market relevance, and the integration of modern technology. Collaboration and training of inheritors are vital for Horqin folk music's continuity. Conclusion: The study aligns with established theoretical principles, highlighting the crucial role of government support, adaptation to modern contexts, and collaboration in cultural preservation. Recommendations include continued support from cultural authorities, integration into education, embracing innovation, fostering collaborations, and establishing dedicated institutions. Future research could explore comparative studies, impact assessments, digital archiving, youth engagement strategies, and globalization's influence on folk music.

A Joint Entity-Relation Detection and Generalization Method Based on Syntax and Semantics for Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Texts

Annotation of a natural language corpus not only facilitates researchers in extracting knowledge from it but also helps achieve deeper mining of the corpus. However, an annotated corpus in the humanities knowledge domain is lacking. In addition, the semantic annotation of humanities texts is difficult, because it requires a high domain background for researchers and even requires the participation of domain experts. Based on this, this study proposes a method for detecting entities and relations in a domain that lacks an annotated corpus, as well as provides a referenceable idea for constructing conceptual models based on textual instances. Based on syntactic and semantic features, this study proposes SPO triple recognition rules from the perspective of giving priority to predicates and generalization rules from the perspective of a triple’s content and the meaning of its predicate. The recognition rules are used to extract text-descriptive SPO triples centered on predicates. After clustering and adjusting triples, the generalization rules proposed in this study are used to obtain coarse-grained entities and relations, and then form a conceptual model. This study recognizes SPO triples with high precision and summarization from descriptive texts, generalizes them, and then forms a domain conceptual model. Our proposed method provides a research idea for entity-relation detection in a domain with a missing annotated corpus, and the formed domain conceptual model provides a reference for building a domain Linked Data Graph. The feasibility of the method is verified through practice on texts related to the four traditional Chinese festivals.

Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Traditional Beach Performance Festival in Busan, South Korea: An Example from the Gwangalli-Eobang Festival

Evaluating the Effectiveness of a Traditional Beach Performance Festival in Busan, South Korea: An Example from the Gwangalli-Eobang Festival

Can traditional festivals held during pandemics induce happiness for residents? Testing four alternative models

This study highlights areas of importance for psychological well-being in the pandemic era, aiming to explain how participants psychological well-being can be enhanced through traditional festival events, and further analyzes the impact of the antecedents of psychological well-being. Data were collected from the racers in the 2021 Macau International Dragon Boat Race using online panels (n = 356). Four alternative models were evaluated using confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling (SEM). The results indicate that the restorative quality of a traditional festival is the crucial predictor of psychological well-being, and within the structures of social exchange theory and cognitive appraisal theory, emotional healing and satisfaction are also important components of an individuals' psychological well-being. The results contribute to the design, organization and management of traditional festival events and this will help organizers to improve participants’ psychological well-being and their relationships during a pandemic.

НАРОДНОЕ ПЕНИЕ СОАН (ХАТ СОАН) ПРОВИНЦИИ ФУ ТХО И ЕГО РОЛЬ В МУЗЫКАЛЬНОМ ОБРАЗОВАНИИ УЧАЩИХСЯ НАЧАЛЬНОЙ ШКОЛЫ

Hat Xoan is one of the genres in the treasure trove of traditional Vietnamese folk music, a popular product of the folk culture of Phu Tho province, the ancestral land of King Hung, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2011. Xoan chant is often performed during traditional festivals, especially the major festivals at Hung Temple. Xoan combines song, dance and drama inspired by ancient stories and legends about the history and traditions of the Vietnamese people. This traditional music genre is not only a performing art, but also a way to express the spirit, soul and patriotism of the people of the Phu Tho region. Intangible assets need urgent protection, and in 2017 Xoan singing was registered as a representative of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity. The Northern Foothills is a region strongly influenced by the ancestral culture of King Hung. Teaching Xoan singing to students, including primary school students in the Northern Foothills, is considered one of the measures to preserve local cultural heritage, Vietnamese cultural traditions and to raise the spirit of patriotism in the younger generation from school, which meets the current need for educational innovation.

Researching Traditional Festivals from a Structural – Functional Theoretical Approach (In the Case of Nguyen Trung Truc Festival in Rach Gia City, Kien Giang Province)

This article explores the formation, development, and transformation of traditional community festivals through a structural-functional theoretical approach, focusing on the case study of the Nguyen Trung Truc festival in the Kien Giang community. Utilizing a cultural impact assessment framework, it examines various ethnic cultural aspects such as methods of using the natural environment for mutual well-being, practices of worship, creativity, and community togetherness. It also looks into the organization of life based on cohesion through cultural institutions and beliefs, as well as methods of expressing community cultural values. This comprehensive approach aims to understand the traditions and traditional practices of the Nguyen Trung Truc festival and the real life of the Kien Giang community from multiple dimensions. Through the article, the author proposes that local authorities promote the role of the community in organization and management. At the same time, develop a set of cultural codes of conduct for festivals to preserve and promote the value of festival heritage in the direction of sustainable development.