Topics: Society : Folklore
The traditional beliefs, legends, customs, proverbs, riddles, music, dance, stories, and other lore of various cultures which were passed down orally from person to person through the ages.
Literature
Folk literature (oral literature, "orature") comprises the verbal forms of folklore, and includes larger narratives such as folktales, and smaller forms such as proverbs, riddles, and rhymes.Although usually transmitted by word of mouth, some forms are transmitted in writing, such as graffiti on walls, or urban legends in emails.
Graffiti,
Jokes and Anecdotes,
Poetry,
Proverbs and Sayings,
Rhymes,
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Magic
Folk magic is the magic of the common people, usually without elaborate ritual or preparation.
Building Protection,
Charms and Spells,
Curses,
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Organizations
Archives,
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Weather Beliefs
Folklore on weather and atmospheric phenomena
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