Points of Russia: Exploring the Land of the Tsars

Captivating Russian Fables and Folk Tales Fables and folk tales have been a part of every culture for centuries. They serve to provide lessons to society and have been passed down through the generations from one person to the next. Although these stories can be found from all over the world, Russia has some of the most unique tales that are sure to capture the imagination. From unlikely heroes to magical creatures, these tales are brimming with wonder and strange tales. When it comes to the origin of Russian fables and folk tales, there is no one definite answer. Some of them are based on real events, while others are rooted in myth and legend. Themes such as love, courage, friendship, and morality prevail throughout these tales and are often shared with younger generations in order to impart values. The Russian national fairytale writer, Alexander Afanasyev, was particularly influential in preserving these stories. He collected over 600 Russian fables and folk tales from various ...

Exploring the Origins of Russian Folklore Most of us know of Russian folklore – whether it's the classic firebird legend, or Josef Yastrab's animated masterpiece, Nevesta-Vorona – but its true origins are often shrouded in mystery. It's the purpose of this article to discover the forgotten stories and mysteries that form the heart of Russian folklore. There are two primary sources from which Russian folklore comes from: pagan myths and Orthodox Christian beliefs. Both of these religions have strong ties throughout Russian history, and have heavily influenced generations of storytellers over time. The earliest records of Russian folklore date back to the 10th century when the Slavic peoples of eastern Europe began to migrate into the region we now call Russia. Around this time, the myths and legends of the pagan religion were first recorded, living on in times of peace, war, and revolution. After the adoption of Christianity in Russia in the 10th century, many of the pagan ...