Possible Interrelations of the Proto-slavic Concept of “Fool” with Initiation Rites and Magic Fairy Tales by Olena Masliy

“…This is evidenced by the overlap of core and peripheral conceptual meanings with key moments of the initiation rite. Over time, the ritual is captured in initiation myths and other cultural texts, such as fairy tales. …”
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The initiation of a young plower: Between myth and reality. First turf by M. Đ. Glišić in the context of oral folklore and traditional culture of the Serbs by Perić Dragoljub Ž., Jokić Jasmina S.

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Representations of Masked Figures: A Comparative Study and an Interpretative Approach to their Cult-Use and Meaning by Maria G. Spathi

“…An examination of their iconographic characteristics in relation to other representations of similar iconography, as well as literary sources mentioning the use of masks in ritual, shed light on their use in initiation rites.…”
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The Spell of the Ancestors at the “Feast of Victory” (Nemlaay): From Initiation Ritual to Community Blessings by Antonio J. Guerreiro

“…Although the core of the Nemlaay, i.e. the initiation rites and warrior training for the young boys and men—the live-saving force of the village during headhunting times—remain a martial value in society. …”
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Os convivas da morte no banquete das almas: presença de eguns em um conto de João Antônio by Gilberto Figueiredo Martins

“…Contact with alterity achieves the status of initiation rite and the experi- ence - in a strong sense - is transferred to the reader.…”
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