A deyiş carries a memory beyond the moment in which it is sung.
Deyiş and nefes devotional songs and the poet-minstrel tradition have an important place in the oral heritage of Alevi-Bektashi culture. Faith, ethics, love for humanity and historical experience are passed down through words and music.
The heritage carried by words
The works of Pir Sultan Abdal, Hatâyî, Kul Himmet and other poets open doors to different periods of this cultural world. Understanding these works requires more than learning names: it calls for exploring their context, language and place within the tradition.
Passing it on by keeping it alive
The Turkish language, saz and oral tradition feature prominently in the cultural transmission aims of Türk Alevi Ocakları. Listening, reading, research and cultural activities can help younger generations connect with this heritage.
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