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An Old World tradition helps to preserve ethnic heritage and values among Serbian-Americans

World & I • 4 (6) • Published In 1989 • Pages: 680-689

By: Simic, Andrei.

Abstract

This article presents a brief discussion of the historical background and performance of the uniquely Serbian institution known as the SLAVA or 'baptismal glorification', as it is practiced by Serbian Americans in the United States. Details of the SLAVA involve the preliminary preparation of foods and drink, associated religious rituals, and social aspects involving music and dancing. Throughout the text Simic stresses the significance of the SLAVA in perpetuating Serbian cultural values and ethnicity.

HRAF PubDate

1997

Region

North America

Sub Region

Regional, Ethnic and Diaspora Cultures

Document Type

article

Evaluation

Creator Type

Ethnologist

Document Rating

5: Excellent Primary Data

Analyst

John Beierle ; 1996

Field Date

no date

Coverage Date

not specified

Coverage Place

United States

Notes

by Andrei Simic

Includes bibliographical references (p. 689)

LCCN

86643308

LCSH

Serbian Americans