Елементи язичницького світогляду в буковинському фольклорі

Abstract

The elements of pagan outlook are presented in the article in details. The author speaks on the beliefs in the village Pogorilivka, Chemivtsi region. An interesting note on people’s attitude to paganism is made: a complete objection and a subconscious following the pagan rituals. The merge of Christian and pagan tradition is revealed through several bright examples of beliefs in cults of water, fire, bread, etc; traditions of wedding, folk medicine, superstitions.