Research on "Ni Mountain Shaman"

Author: Song Heping
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Publish Date: 1998-04-01
Features: The "Nishan Shaman," which has been passed down in ancient Altaic language-speaking regions and among various Manchu-Tungusic ethnic groups, has long been valued by world Manchu scholars and translated into seven languages: Russian, German, Italian, Japanese, English, Korean, and Chinese. The number of languages in which it is translated is unparalleled in the world. Based solely on the "Nishan Shaman" texts that have been passed down among the Manchu people (six Manchu versions and four Chinese versions), the author not only explores the similarities and differences in the content of various versions but also conducts an in-depth and specific analysis of the diverse aspects depicted in the legend, such as religion, history, folklore, economy, and daily life. Additionally, the author compares the culture of the northern ethnic groups of China, discussing the characteristics of ancient Manchu traditional culture, ethnic consciousness, and development patterns, among other cultural phenomena.