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Valbona Kalo, Alexander Xhuvani University, AlbaniaAbstract
This study investigates the symbolic archetype of murder within Albanian oral narratives, a pivotal element deeply embedded in Albanian folklore. It aims to decode the messages conveyed by the collective unconscious through various murder scenarios—such as sacrifice, fatality, and familial homicide—and assess their impact on shaping the social and cultural fabric of the Albanian community. By analyzing these narratives through a multi-layered interpretative lens, the research explores how these archetypes not only reflect the core values and existential queries of the Albanian people but also contribute to the construction and reinforcement of national identity. This paper argues that the recurring murder themes do more than perpetuate mythic symbols; they also transmit stable moral and legal values crucial for maintaining the continuity and coherence of the Albanian societal structure. The findings suggest that these narratives serve as dynamic interfaces between traditional values and contemporary societal challenges, thus playing a critical role in the ongoing negotiation of cultural identity.
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Conference: ACAH2024Stream: Literature/Literary Studies
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Kalo V. (2024) The Phenomenon of Murder as a Symbolic Archetype in the Albanian Oral Narrative ISSN: 2186-229X – The Asian Conference on Arts & Humanities 2024 Official Conference Proceedings (pp. 463-471) https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-229X.2024.41
To link to this article: https://doi.org/10.22492/issn.2186-229X.2024.41
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