The Legacy of Ancient Customs. The Extreme Way of the Cross

Keywords: festival, celebration, rite

Abstract

The article presents what celebrating is and how it has evolved to our times. Phenomena which resulted in the crisis of customs at the turn of the 21st century are signaled. Historical events, twists and turn of civilization, and social transformations have caused a departure from the customs of folk tradition near the end of the 20th century. However, folk culture, which is characterized by traditionalism, has preserved many rituals. More and more people are participating, and the need to deepen spiritual religious experiences has led to new initiatives, such as the Extreme Way of the Cross.

Author Biography

Piotr Krzysztoforski, Jesuit University Ignatianum in Krakow

Graduate of the University of Physical Education in Krakow (Physical education), Pedagogical University of Cracow (Technology), and the Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow (Philosophy). Ph.D. in Philosophy obtained at the Jesuit University Ignatianum in Krakow. In the years 1983-2016 a primary school teacher, and since October 2016 first an adjunct professor, and now a senior lecturer at the Institute of Cultural Studies of the Jesuit University Ignatianum in Krakow.

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Published
2019-10-01
How to Cite
[1]
Krzysztoforski, P. 2019. The Legacy of Ancient Customs. The Extreme Way of the Cross. Perspectives on Culture. 26, 3 (Oct. 2019), 161-168. DOI:https://doi.org/10.35765/pk.2019.2603.12.