ROLE OF THE “MANAS” OF EPIC NARRATION IN LIFE OF SOCIETY

Abstract

The relevance of the investigation is caused by problems which concern narration activity as part of Kyrgyz traditional culture. The investigation is associated with research project “Spirit in work: “Manas” epos narration” initiated by Social fund “Peacemaking center” (“Кыргыз ёзёгю”). A number of scientific experiments in influence of “Manas” epos narration to man were accomplished and main methods of sociology, biochemistry, biomagnetism, psychology and neurophysiology were used. Based on the results of the experiments there are recommendations for the preservation and development of traditional “Manas” epic and application of this phenomenon in everyday life as part of the traditional culture and traditional knowledge in the implementation of a consolidating factor in shaping the identity of the Kyrgyz people. Investigation results will expand study a potential of narration as the part of epic studies.

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