Zholayak - seeing off, a custom in the Kazakh traditional society. Before the long road, departing people cut a sheep and invite their relatives and friends for a treat. Guests wish a safe return, achieving the purpose of the trip. Zholayak ends tradition. “Bata” (blessing).
Literature
- Zholayak // Kazakhstan. National Encyclopedia . - Almaty: Kazakh encyclopedias , 2005. - T. II. - ISBN 9965-9746-3-2 .
- Zholayak // Seyit Kenzheakhmetov, Seyt Kenzheakhmetov. Kazakh folk traditions and rites. Ana Tili LLP, 2000. P. 47. (Russian)
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