The mythological framework of creating the carol
The mythological framework of creating the carol

Summary/Abstract: Trying to discover the define myth, the peculiarities of the cosmogonic myth, the mythological origine of carols, the coming into being of Christmas, the troop of lads as a basis of the custom of caroling, its description and building the text of the carol, I have included a classification of carols taking into consideration the universal and romanian mythical themes and the peculiarities regarding the analysis of carols. The archaic romanian village preserved during time forms of expression having meanings which trancend the real world through songs, poems and dancing, having a vague approach in myth and legend a sacred history which tells stories about, old beliefs concerning the creation of the world during completely inmemorable times, about Gods and perfect heroes, made as models for the antiquated human being.

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