Characteristics of occupational folklore and cultural expression forms of professional groups in an urban context
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Characteristics of occupational folklore and cultural expression forms of professional groups in an urban context Occupational folklore is an integral part of the rich and dynamic cultural expressions that develop in urban environments.This form of folklore reflects the collective consciousness, lifestyle, values, beliefs, and social relations of various professional groups.The rapid changes, technological advancements, and social dynamics of urban life significantly influence the formation and evolution of occupational folklore.This article examines the characteristics of occupational folklore, the uniqueness of occupational jokes, research methodologies, the analysis of professional humor through the lens of frame theory, traditional professions (such as potters, carpet weavers, coppersmiths, etc.) and their folklore samples, as well as the impact of urban life on occupational folklore and its dynamic future.Occupational folklore manifests itself in the distinct oral expressions of different professional groups.Occupational jokes are among the most vivid and dynamic examples of this folklore.Studying them through frame theory helps in understanding the structure, meaning, and function of occupational folklore.According to this theory, texts are interpreted within a specific frame or context.Urban folklore encompasses both traditional and modern professional folklore.Traditional professions possess a rich and ancient folklore heritage.Potters, carpet weavers, coppersmiths, and other artisans have created songs, legends, jokes, and other folklore samples that reflect their professional world.These folklore examples embody the technical knowledge, artistic secrets, aesthetic values, and social relations of traditional crafts.This article also explores how the rapid changes, technological progress, and social dynamics of urban life significantly influence occupational folklore.The research employs a combination of methods, ranging from ethnographic approaches in social anthropology to frame theory.
Source: Dede Gorgud
Author: Fuzuli Bayat
Language: English
Subfield: Literature and Literary Theory
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4411515906