The Role of Women in Teaching Turkish Culture to Young People

Abstract

It is estimated that the number of Turks living in the world is around 350 million. So much so that there is no continent in the world where Turks do not live. On the other hand, it is possible to talk about a common culture that includes all Turks. Although these traditions undergo some changes as they move away from the central region or encounter cultures in other regions, they essentially contain fundamental similarities. For example, red ribbons tied to rings at engagements and to wedding dresses at weddings always represent good luck and fortune. The horse is a must for all Turks. Respecting elders is essential. Women have had a respected place in Turks since the beginning. These traditions have been passed down from generation to generation and have survived to the present day. When evaluated in general, it can be seen that the main factor in this cultural transfer is women. Because women are prominent and important in the transmission of culture due to their role in the family and their influence on children. This situation has not changed today. Women have an important role in building society on solid foundations and maintaining the family structure in a healthy way. In this study, cultural similarities in the Turkish World will be revealed and the role of women in transferring this culture to future generations will be emphasized. In the study, in addition to the previous theoretical studies on the subject, the results of field research were presented with a cultural anthropological perspective and research method, and the universe of the study was limited to the Turkish World.