Zad worship practices of ancient nomads in Mongolia
| Author(s) | Болдбаатар, Ю. |
|---|---|
| Title | Zad worship practices of ancient nomads in Mongolia |
| Alternative Title | Монгол нутаг дахь Эртний нүүдэлчдийн Задын шүтлэг |
| Publication Type | Book |
| Language | mon |
| Location | Mongolia |
| Keywords | Mongol Zad Faith |
| Relevance to ICH Safeguarding | definition documentation identification |
| ICH Genre | rituals worldview |
| Description | This study provides a thorough review of the ancient nomadic Zad cult in Mongolia, focusing on the various types of Zad weapons, their rituals, and the related practices among Turkic ethnic groups. It also includes a comparison of pertinent data. Additionally, the research aims to clarify the impact of sound on the ritual of zad, explore the origins of the term "zadlakh," and examine the worldview of ancient nomads as expressed through these cultural practices. |
| Place of Publication | Mongolia |
| Date of Publication | 2008 |
| ISBN | 978-99929-0-5-514-Х |
| Academic Field | mythology |
| Community/Ethnic Group | Mongolia Uriankhai |
| Contributor | Council for Cultural Heritage Networking and Communication |
| Active Contribution | Mongolia, FY 2024 |
| Data Collection Project | |