The subject of the research is the symbolism and functions of bows within the structure of "Suguruuyuu": semantic filling, plasticity, significance in ritual, ceremonial, pedagogical, and performance practices. The object of research is "Suguruuyuu" as a traditional cultural phenomenon of the Sakha people, its ritual and plastic forms, as well as its connection to religious and mythological representations. The origins and changes of bows over time have been studied, analogies with other cultures and traditions have been identified, the semantic content of gestures and postures has been deciphered, and modern and reconstructed forms of bows have been documented, along with interpretations of the spiritual and symbolic significance of bows. Suguruuyuu acquires its nuance – often reflecting nationality, a special expressiveness of vocabulary is developed: free bends and inclinations, harmonious transitions from one pose to another, as well as movements of hands and heads corresponding to various ethnicities. Research methods include: historical-ethnographic analysis; comparative-typological analysis; semantic analysis of movements; video documentation; theoretical reflection. The methodology of the research is an interdisciplinary approach that combines theories and methods from ethnography, cultural studies, semiotics, the history of religions, and arts, allowing the research of bows as an integrative phenomenon at the intersection of plasticity, ritual, and worldview. The novelty of the research lies in the comprehensive interdisciplinary analysis of the bow as a plastic-form and semantic phenomenon. The author systematically traces the historical evolution of bows from archaic rituals to contemporary dance folklore, indicating their relict connections to ancient Turkic and Central Asian traditions and spiritual practices. The work identifies types of bows, their specialized forms and meanings, showing their close connection with cosmogonic representations, sacred time and space of performance, as well as noting the significance of number and form of execution. In Yakut culture, the bow is not limited to a ceremonial or ritualistic action – it occupies a central place in both religious rites and daily life, carrying a deep symbolic and identification function. Through bows, the system of values of the Yakuts is transmitted: reverence for nature, harmony with the cosmos, and appeal to higher powers. The bow is understood as a universal sign of recognition and appeal, preserving a genetic link with religious and cosmos-centric traditions. Its thorough study and documentation are necessary for the preservation of cultural memory and the transmission of unique plastic traditions to future generations.
Лукина et al. (Thu,) studied this question.