Cultural Reflections: Exploring Themes of Grief and Resilience in the Selected Khowar Folk Poetry
Abstract
This study explores the rich thematic layers embedded within Khowar folk poetry, focussing on three renowned poems: Nano Begal, Nandoshi, and Ghoru. The research employs thematic analysis, a qualitative research method, to uncover the underlying meanings and cultural significance of these poetic works. Khowar, an Indo-Aryan language spoken predominantly in Pakistan's Chitral region, boasts a vibrant oral tradition where folk poetry serves as a crucial vessel for preserving cultural identity, values, and collective memory. Through a detailed examination of these poems, this study reveals how they encapsulate universal human experiences such as love, loss, heroism, and the complexities of daily life. The thematic analysis uncovers the intricate relationship between the poems and the cultural context of the Khowar-speaking community, highlighting the role of folk poetry in both reflecting and shaping society's ethos. This research contributes to the broader understanding of folk literature as a vital component of cultural heritage, emphasizing the importance of preserving these oral traditions in the face of globalization and cultural homogenization.
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