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Abstract. The article introduces into scientific circulation and analyses information about the traditions of respecting the older generation in the Turkmen rural community. In large Turkmen villages, the most respected person of the older generation was the main adviser and mentor to all its residents. When making important decisions, he always consulted with other elders of the settlement. For this purpose, the oldest person convened a council. The elder’s opinion was of much significance; the villagers relied on his wisdom, life experience and honesty. The elders did not receive or expect any remuneration, since service to society was considered a sacred duty. All important issues, from naming a newborn to the burial of the deceased, were brought to the attention of representatives of the older generation. People listened to what the elders had to say and acted upon their instructions. As a result of the centuries-old development in the Turkmen rural community, the rules of the people’s council, the principles of managing Turkmen society, based on the knowledge and wisdom of the older generation, were developed.

Keywords: Turkmens, village community, elders, humanism, manners, politeness, reward, respect, traditions

For citation: Khommyyev T.B., Abdyrakhmanova A.Sh. (2024) Traditions associated with honouring the elders in the Turkmen rural community. Istoricheskaya etnologiya [Historical Ethnology]. Vol. 9. No. 2: 201–213. https://doi.org/10.22378/he.2024-9-2.201-213 (In Russ.)

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About the authors: Toyly B. Khommyyev, Senior lecturer at Magtymguly Turkmen State University (31 Saparmurat Turkmenbashy Ave., Ashgabat 744000, Turkmenistan); https://orcid.org/0009-0006-5641-9734; e-mail: hommyyewt@mail.ru
Annagul Sh. Abdyrakhmanova, Doctoral Candidate at the Institutе of History and Archeology, Turkmenistan Academy of Sciences (18 Saparmurat Turkmenbashy Ave., Ashgabat, 744000, Turkmenistan); https://orcid.org/0009-0006-5641-9734; e-mail: annagulabdyrahmanowa@gmail.com

Received 14.02.2024 Revised 15.03.2024   Accepted for publication 22.04.2024

Published Online 23.07.2024