An Armenian Legend And An Armenian Poem

Armenian Legends and Poems

ARMENIAN LEGENDS - 7 Ancient Armenian legends

The book containing 7 Armenian legends is the result of a study conducted by Louis A. Boettiger which have been selected from a larger mass of material. Of particular interest is the Legend of Haik or Hayk. In the account by Moses of Chorene, Hayk emigrated from Babylon to the region near Mount Ararat after Titanid Bel made himself king over all. Considering this occurred in circa 2500BC and that Hayk had an extended household of over 300, moving his hosehold a distance of 1,160km/720 miles is a significant undertaking. However, Titanid Bel did not like this snub and after refusing to return, sent an army to recapture or kill Hayk. The two armies, if Hayk’s force can be called an army, met on the shores of Lake Van. During the battle Hayk slew Bel with a nearly impossible shot using a long bow, sending the king's forces into disarray. Hayk named the site of the battle Hayots Dzor in current day Turkey. It is out of this victory that the nation of Armenia was born. Herein you will find the legends of: The Legend Of Haic, or Hayk, The Legend Of Ara And Semiramis, The Legend Of Vahakn, Legends Of Artasches And Artavasd, Legends Of The Conversion To Christianity, Legends Of Abgar, Thaddeus, And St. Bartholomew Legends Of Rhipsime And Gregory Also included is information on the localities of the legends, in particular - Ararat, Khor-Virap and Erzerum which has enable Boettiger to place each legend in the setting from which it originated. ============= TAGS: Armenia, folklore, legends, myths, Haic, Hayk, Ara And Semiramis, Vahakn, King, Artasches, Artavasd, Conversion To Christianity, Abgar, Thaddeus, St. Bartholomew, Rhipsime, Gregory, Titanid Bel, Lake Van, Mount Ararat, Moses of Chorene, Haykashen, Haykashen, Battle of Giants, Navasard, Julamerk, Dastakert, Gerezmank, martyr, Haykaberd, Haykashen, Taron

Armenian Legends and Festivals

In 'Armenian Legends and Festivals,' Louis A. Boettiger presents a captivating exploration of the rich cultural heritage of Armenia through its myths and celebrations. Crafted with a scholarly attention to detail, the book illuminates the traditions that have shaped Armenian identity. With its prose steeped in the folkloric tradition, Boettiger's work operates within the broader literary context of ethnological storytelling and cultural preservation. The anthology not only serves as a repository of enchanting tales and ritual practices but also provides insight into the historical and societal influences that have sustained these narratives across generations. Boettiger's academic rigor transforms these legends and festivals into a compelling tableau of Armenian spirit and communal life. Delving into Louis A. Boettiger's background affords an understanding of his motivations for documenting Armenian cultural customs. His commitment to cultural conservation and his appreciation for the ethnographic richness within historical communities may well have been the driving forces behind his decision to pen this volume. Rooted in an era where much of Armenia's folklore faced the threat of oblivion, Boettiger sought to capture and immortalize the stories and rituals that define a people's past, weaving them seamlessly into the fabric of world literature. His meticulous research and narrative eloquence echo the profound respect and passion he harbors for the subject. Boettiger's 'Armenian Legends and Festivals' is an essential read for those intrigued by folklore, cultural theory, and the Armenian heritage. It offers a window into the soul of Armenia, inviting scholars, students, and armchair travelers alike to immerse themselves in the mystical allure of an ancient culture. This book is recommended as both a scholarly reference and an engaging journey through the timeless oral traditions that continue to inform Armenian communal and artistic practices to this day.