Zad worship practices of ancient nomads in Mongolia

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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
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.
Keywords: Mongol; Zad; Faith
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