Kulturelle Metaphern der Siebenbürger Sachsen
Cultural Metaphors of the Transylvanian Saxons

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of this article is to explore the key cultural metaphors representative of identity, traditions, and social structures of the Transylvanian Saxons, a German-speaking ethnic group that has lived in Transylvania, Romania, for centuries. By examining key metaphors such as the Siebenbürgen, the fortified church, and the guild this article aims to analyze their significance in the context of community cohesion, resilience and preservation of the group's unity and cultural uniqueness amidst changing social conditions. The article explores how these metaphors have shaped and continue to shape the collective consciousness of Transylvanian Saxons through a multidisciplinary approach that combines historical, socio-cultural and anthropological perspectives, providing a comprehensive insight into the ways in which these metaphors impact on the survival of communities, solidarity and preservation of heritage.

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