The place of proverbs and oral literature in the sustenance of a culture cannot be over-emphasised. It is quite regrettable and disheartening that these aspects of culture are grossly ignored and abused these days across many cultures, for which most contemporary members of such cultures know little or nothing in/about these indigenous knowledge and cultures. Bekwarra is one of those cultures, with the contemporary Bekwarra acting negatively towards their culture in almost all phases.
This paper is intended to rouse the interest and attention of such peoples, not only the Bekwarra, to their proverbs, oral literature and indigenous cultures towards their sustenance. It concludes that it is imperative to sustain cultures like Bekwarra through these aspects of culture, which involves constant/sustained interest in, teaching and learning cum transmission of these invaluable aspects of culture across generations. They should be constantly preserved, and taught both at home and school.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Conceptualising Proverb
- The Extended Conceptual Base Theory of Proverb
- Oral Literature and Culture Sustenance
- The Bekwarra and Arts
- Bekwarra Proverbs
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper aims to revitalize interest in Bekwarra proverbs, oral literature, and indigenous culture, highlighting their crucial role in cultural preservation. It seeks to address the neglect of these cultural aspects within contemporary Bekwarra society and encourage their continued transmission across generations.
- The importance of proverbs and oral literature in cultural sustenance.
- The decline of traditional cultural practices among the Bekwarra people.
- The role of oral literature in preserving history, values, and knowledge.
- Strategies for preserving and transmitting Bekwarra cultural heritage.
- The relationship between language, culture, and identity.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Introduction: This chapter introduces the topic of the paper, highlighting the declining interest in Bekwarra proverbs, oral literature, and culture among contemporary generations. It emphasizes the urgent need to preserve and transmit these invaluable aspects of Bekwarra heritage, arguing that their neglect leads to cultural loss and a disconnect from the past. The introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the significance of oral traditions and their role in shaping Bekwarra identity and community.
Conceptualising Proverb: This chapter delves into the complexities of defining proverbs, examining various scholarly attempts throughout history. It highlights the challenges in providing a concise definition that captures the multifaceted nature of proverbs—their cultural embeddedness, their logical structure, their figurative language, and their enduring quality. The chapter emphasizes the importance of understanding proverbs within their cultural context to accurately interpret their meaning and significance, illustrating this with a Bekwarra proverb that speaks to the importance of linguistic understanding.
Oral Literature and Culture Sustenance: This chapter explores the relationship between oral literature and cultural preservation. It argues that oral traditions, including proverbs, folktales, songs, and dances, act as repositories of cultural knowledge, values, and history. The chapter discusses the impact of modernization and globalization on the transmission of oral literature, emphasizing the need for deliberate efforts to preserve and revitalize these traditions. It draws on scholarly perspectives to highlight the detrimental effects of cultural neglect and the importance of active engagement with the past.
The Bekwarra and Arts: This section focuses on the rich artistic traditions of the Bekwarra people, connecting these to their broader cultural heritage. It describes the various art forms practiced by the Bekwarra, highlighting their significance in social and religious life. By exploring the interconnectedness of the arts and oral literature, the chapter underscores the importance of preserving these traditions as integral components of Bekwarra identity.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Bekwarra, proverbs, oral literature, culture, sustenance, cultural preservation, indigenous knowledge, oral tradition, identity, heritage.
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This paper focuses on the revitalization of interest in Bekwarra proverbs, oral literature, and indigenous culture, highlighting their crucial role in cultural preservation and the urgent need to address their neglect within contemporary Bekwarra society.
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Key themes include the importance of proverbs and oral literature in cultural sustenance; the decline of traditional cultural practices among the Bekwarra people; the role of oral literature in preserving history, values, and knowledge; strategies for preserving and transmitting Bekwarra cultural heritage; and the relationship between language, culture, and identity.
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The paper aims to encourage the continued transmission of Bekwarra proverbs and oral traditions across generations, emphasizing their significance in maintaining cultural identity and preventing cultural loss.
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The paper includes an introduction highlighting the declining interest in Bekwarra cultural heritage; a chapter defining proverbs and exploring their complexities; a chapter on the relationship between oral literature and cultural preservation; and a section focusing on Bekwarra art forms and their connection to cultural heritage.
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Proverbs are highlighted as crucial elements of Bekwarra oral literature, acting as repositories of cultural knowledge, values, and history. The paper emphasizes the need to understand proverbs within their cultural context for accurate interpretation.
What is the impact of modernization and globalization on Bekwarra culture?
The paper discusses the negative impact of modernization and globalization on the transmission of Bekwarra oral literature and the resulting need for deliberate efforts to preserve and revitalize these traditions.
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The paper explores strategies for preserving and transmitting Bekwarra cultural heritage, emphasizing the importance of active engagement with the past and the interconnectedness of art forms and oral literature in shaping Bekwarra identity.
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Keywords include Bekwarra, proverbs, oral literature, culture, sustenance, cultural preservation, indigenous knowledge, oral tradition, identity, and heritage.
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- Odey Simon Robert (Author), 2017, Bekwarra Proverbs, Oral Literature, Indigenous Knowledge and Culture Sustenance, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/359467
