Research on Relationship between Beliefs and Festivals in Contemporary Society

Abstract

Traditional festivals are typical ritual practices in
the system of beliefs of Vietnamese people (Kinh) in
particular and ethnic groups in Vietnam in general. Since the
Renovation (Đổi mới) in 1986, along with the restoration of
ancient culture, religious relics have been restored,
embellished, or rebuilt throughout the country. Traditional
rituals and festivals have also been restored. Therefore, this
paper analyses to clarify the relationship between beliefs and
festivals in order to have the foundations for the study of
traditional festivals in contemporary life.