We begin with the Vietnamese proverb, “A teacher’s words, a mother’s words, sweet as sugarcane” – a saying that embodies respect and gratitude for predecessors who impart knowledge and experience to future generations. Vietnamese fairy tales echo this sentiment, serving as a priceless treasure trove of lessons in morality, life skills, and social conduct.
Fairy Tales: A Mirror to Life
Vietnamese fairy tales, passed down through generations, carry profound humanistic values. Stories of kindness, courage, intelligence, and perseverance are consistently praised and elevated.
Moral Lessons:
Fairy tales often impart moral lessons about conduct in life. For example, “The Hundred-Knot Bamboo Tree” teaches us about gratitude and filial piety towards parents. “The Legend of Hoan Kiem Lake” celebrates patriotism and national pride.
Survival Skills:
Beyond moral lessons, fairy tales also contain invaluable survival skills. “Thach Sanh” teaches us about perseverance, courage, and the ability to face challenges. “The Smart Boy” showcases intelligence, quick wit, and adaptability.
Truths in Fairy Tales:
“Fairy tales are fictional stories, yet they contain practical values,” shares educational psychologist Dr. Nguyen Van A, author of “Life Skills in Vietnamese Fairy Tales.” The truths hidden within these seemingly unrealistic stories are valuable lessons about life, conduct, and facing challenges.
Fairy Tales: Inspiration for Creativity
Fairy tales are not only a source of inspiration for art but also for creativity in life. Stories of heroes and extraordinary individuals motivate us to dare to think, dare to act, and pursue our dreams.
Events and Characters:
Vietnamese fairy tales often revolve around historical events, famous landmarks, and characters familiar in Vietnamese culture. We find stories about kings, generals, places like mountains, rivers, lakes, and characters such as animals, deities, and humans.
Spiritual Aspect:
Vietnamese fairy tales are deeply spiritual, reflecting Vietnamese beliefs about the spiritual world. The appearance of gods, supernatural forces, and mysterious phenomena in fairy tales demonstrates the Vietnamese respect for and belief in the spiritual realm.
Fairy Tales: National Cultural Heritage
Fairy tales are a priceless national cultural heritage, a testament to the richness and uniqueness of Vietnamese culture. We must preserve and promote the value of these fairy tales, passing them on to future generations.
Collage of Vietnamese fairy tale book covers, illustrating various characters and scenes from traditional stories
Advice:
Take time to read Vietnamese fairy tales to better understand the culture, history, and valuable lessons passed down by our ancestors. Let’s work together to preserve and promote the beautiful values of our national culture.
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