Slava (tradition)
Traditional celebration found mainly among Serb Orthodox Christians / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Slava (Serbian Cyrillic: Слава, lit. 'Glory, Celebration', pronounced [ˈslâʋa]) is a family's annual ceremony and veneration of their patron saint. The ceremony is found mainly among Orthodox Serbs.
Slava Слава | |
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Observed by | Serbian Orthodox Christians |
Significance | Veneration of the family's patron saint |
Observances | Church services, family and other social gatherings |
Slava | |
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Country | Serbia |
Domains | Ritual, Celebration, Religious practice |
Reference | 01010 |
Region | Europe and North America |
Inscription history | |
Inscription | 2014 (9th session) |
List | Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity |
Although its origin is unknown, this old tradition is an important ethnic marker of Serbian identity. It is a tribute to the family's first ancestor, through the male lineage, who was baptized into Christianity, with its presiding saint. The family celebrates the Slava annually on the saint's day. In 2014, it was inscribed on UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Lists of Serbia.
Slavski kolač, also known simply as kolač, is a ritual bread often prepared during the celebration of the Slava.