Seohaean Baeyeonsingut and Daedonggut (Fishing Ritual of the West Coast)
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Manage No, Sortation, Country, Writer ,Date, Copyright Manage No EE00002183 Country Republic of Korea ICH Domain Social practices, rituals, festive events Knowledge and practices about nature and the universe Address Incheon Year of Designation 1985.02.01
| Description | [National Intangible Cultural Heritage, Republic of Korea] These rituals are held annually in coastal villages in Haeju and Ongjin, Hwanghae-do and Yeonpyeongdo Island to pray for the peace of the village and for a bountiful catch. Baeyeonsingut is held by boat owners to pray for the safety of the boat, a bountiful catch, and the happiness of the family. It is performed on the boat and creates a merrymaking atmosphere. Daedonggut is one of the largest-scale rituals. It is held on a suitable day in January through March on the lunar calendar to pray for the happiness of all villagers and strengthen ties among them. Representatives of the village hold a rite on a nearby mountain, while each household holds Segyeonggut (Rite to Farming Deity). Then, all villagers march along the coast, praying for the safety of fishermen, a bountiful catch, and peace for the spirits of those drowned while catching fish. These two rituals are held on a large scale. They are characterized by flamboyance, mysteriousness, and merrymaking, and require lots of props. |
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