The Power of Survival in Finno-Ugric Shamanic Cultures of Siberian Origin
The culture of the Finno-Ugrians, based on a shamanic system of beliefs of Siberian origin, has long been oppressed by the political and religious institutions of the dominant peoples of the region. Even today, the coexistence of ethnic shamanic tradition and majority culture causes political proble...
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| Language: | English |
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Molnar & Kelemen Oriental Publ.
2018
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Shaman
Year: 2018, Volume: 26, Issue: 1/2, Pages: 5-20 |
| Summary: | The culture of the Finno-Ugrians, based on a shamanic system of beliefs of Siberian origin, has long been oppressed by the political and religious institutions of the dominant peoples of the region. Even today, the coexistence of ethnic shamanic tradition and majority culture causes political problems. Mordvin, Mari and Udmurt ethnofuturists are suspect because of the fear that they may trigger separatist movements. However, in Russia there have been a few exponents of the literary and artistic world who have shared shamanic beliefs. In the present Finno-Ugric cultural context, there still survives remarkable evidence of traditional concepts, which, like a genetic code, reflect ancient wisdom handed down by shamans. This is devoid of political interests, and helps people to overcome their difficulties. The popular shamanic conception of human life, as well as of history, as an initiatory path of renovatio, is based on the defense of ethical values, which are of particular current significance, including respect for the ecosystem and natural products. Today, Siberian shamans, masters in the fight against the conflicting forces of evil, are struggling against uncontrolled industrialization. |
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| ISSN: | 1216-7827 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: Shaman
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