Blessing (BATA BERUU) and the message of good news (SUYUNCHULOO)

BLESSING (BATA BERUU)

Since ancient times, the Kyrgyz have highly valued and continue to value the spiritual wish—blessing (advice). As is known, a blessing instills faith, hope, strength, and energy in people. There are no Kyrgyz sons and daughters who have not received a blessing. Usually, blessings for children and teenagers are given by respected people, wise elders, or noble grandmothers (baybiche).

A blessing is mainly performed at the beginning of some undertaking or upon its completion, as well as after a feast. This expresses satisfaction with the results of good upbringing of a child and, in the form of improvisation, wishes them further success in the future.
For the younger generation, the blessing of elders is considered a law and wise teaching. A blessing is also valuable in that it can be given not only to one person but to the entire nation.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF GOOD NEWS (SUIYUNCHULOO)



For every nation, traditions have developed over centuries. They are the foundation for raising children, rules of behavior in society, and the development of spirituality. For the Kyrgyz, as well as for representatives of other nations, traditions and customs were considered law.

Throughout history, the Kyrgyz have loved to share their joys with the people around them; fortunately, this kind and beautiful tradition has been preserved to this day.

It is called "suiyunchu." A person who first informs those around them of any joyful news is presented with a gift or monetary reward.

In the epic "Manas," there are descriptions of cases where those who announced "suiyunchu" were gifted a herd of horses.