The main content of this European folk story is that a brother and sister lived together after their parents died, but the younger brother became a lamb after drinking the water printed by sheep's hoof. My sister with a lamb had no choice but to marry a businessman, but was pushed into the river by a witch.
The witch became her sister and took her place. However, she can fool everyone, but she can only fool her brother who has become a lamb. After discovering that his sister was faked, his younger brother was determined to avenge his sister. He outwitted the witch. After many twists and turns, he not only saved his sister, but also regained his personal life.
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First of all, briefly describe the folk stories.
Folk stories are traditional cultural forms all over the world, bearing people's wisdom, imagination and rich history and culture. These stories have been handed down from generation to generation, forming a colorful collection of folk stories, providing unique historical testimony and cultural treasures for future generations. This paper will discuss the origin, development and changes of folk stories in order to deeply understand their cultural value and historical significance.
Second, the source of folk stories
1, ancient myths, legends and epics
Folk stories can be traced back to ancient myths, legends and epics. These stories are often based on ancient people's understanding and imagination of natural phenomena and historical events, as well as their worship and belief in heroes and gods. For example, many myths and legends are recorded in the Classic of Mountains and Seas in ancient China, and Greek and Roman myths are also an important part of ancient European folktales.
2. Folk life and customs
Folk stories also come from people's actual life and customs. These stories reflect people's lifestyles, values and customs. For example, many folk stories in China reflect farming culture, Confucian morality and local customs.
Third, the development and changes of folk stories.
Folk stories in various places also reflect the regional cultural characteristics. With the development of history, folk stories from different regions have exchanged and merged with each other, forming more rich and diverse story types. For example, China's folk stories are deeply influenced by Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoism, while European folk stories reflect the influence of Christian culture and ancient Greek and Roman culture.
Fourthly, the role and value of folk stories in modern society.
Folk stories are an important part of traditional culture, which is of great significance for inheriting historical culture and carrying forward national spirit. In modern society, the inheritance and education of folk stories play a positive role in cultivating people's cultural identity and national pride. It has rich creative value in literature and art, provides a broad creative space for writers and artists, inspires inspiration and enriches the connotation of works.