Гостинність як чинник формування національного характеру українців
Hospitality as a factor in the formation of Ukrainian national character

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of the work – is to define the essence of traditional hospitality as one of the features of Ukrainian national character. Research methodology implies a comparative analysis of the semantic content and functional range of the national institute of hospitality in the process of its cultural and historical evolution. Scientific novelty lies in the implementation of cultural reflection to clarify the role of hospitable Ukrainian traditions in intercultural dialogue. Conclusions. The position of hospitality among other traits of the national character of Ukrainian people is defined; the circumstances relevant to the process of forming the traditions of hospitality are clarified; Hospitality of Ukrainian hospitality as an integral part of national culture is proved, which allowed the Ukrainian to maintain people their own identity through historical period.

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