The role of black color in the history of Russian, French and Chinese mythology and folklore

The subject of the article is the symbolic meaning of black color in the culture and folklore of various civilizations, especially in the Russian, French and Chinese traditions. The research aims to identify the evolution of the perception of black color over time and its role in religious, mythological and socio-cultural contexts. The author examines the transformations of the symbolism of the black color, its connection with myths, rituals and ideas about the world in various cultures, as well as its significance as a reflection of social and cultural norms and values. The research is aimed at identifying common and unique features in the perception of black color, its role in religious and ritual practices. The methodology is based on the collection and analysis of cultural texts on the symbolism of the black color in Slavic and Chinese cultures. Comparative analysis and contextual research methods are used to identify the role and significance of black color in culture and society. The novelty of the research lies in the analysis of the symbolism of black color in Russian, French and Chinese cultures through the prism of mythology and folklore. In Russian mythology and folklore, black color is associated with dark forces, death and the afterlife. It is dangerous, but it also has protective properties. In French mythology and folklore, black color is often associated with mystery, magic and riddles. It may symbolize death, but it also carries elegance and style. In Chinese mythology and folklore, black color is usually associated with death and ancestor worship. It can also symbolize power and authority. These results not only expand our understanding of mythological representations, but also highlight the importance of cultural context in interpreting color symbols.

Comparative analysis, Coloratives, Russian language, French language, Chinese language, Color designations, Phraseologisms, Proverbs, Linguistic picture of the world, Black color