This article lists the practices listed in UNESCO intangible cultural heritage in Jordan.
Understand
The country has three practices listed on the "representative list of intangible cultural heritage From UNESCO.
No additional practice is included in the "register of best practices for safeguarding culture "Or on the"emergency backup list ».
Lists
Representative list
| Convenient | Year | Domain | Description | Drawing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The cultural space of the Bedu of 1 Petra and 2 Wadi rum | 2008 | * Knowledge and practices concerning nature and the universe * Oral traditions and expressions | The Bedu are sedentary and nomadic communities living in the southern jordan, especially near Petra and of Wadi rum, region of semi-arid mountains and deserts. These conditions allowed the development and coexistence of the two types of communities united by links of complementarity. Several Bedu tribes (the Bdul, Ammarin and Sa’idiyyin) still use the water catchment cisterns and caves of the ancient Nabataeans which are found near Petra. The Bedu communities who live in this region perpetuate a traditional pastoral culture and the associated know-how. They preserved specific knowledge about flora and fauna, traditional medicine, camel breeding, tent making, stalking and climbing. The Bedu have developed an in-depth knowledge of their environment as well as a complex moral and social code that is expressed and transmitted orally. Their rich mythology is manifested through various forms of oral expression, including poetry, popular stories and songs, closely linked to particular places and the history of these communities. Over the past fifty years, more and more Bedu have become sedentary. Education, housing, sanitation and health care have made sedentary life more attractive to many Bedu. However, this change has led to an erosion of the know-how developed over the generations. The development of tourism in the deserts, going hand in hand with a search for “authentic Bedu culture”, should not be allowed to further degrade the intangible heritage of the Bedu of Petra and Wadi Rum. |  |
| As-Samer in Jordan | 2018 | * Performing Arts * Knowledge and practices concerning nature and the universe * Social practices, rituals and festive events * Know-how related to traditional craftsmanship * Oral traditions and expressions | Practiced in many parts of Jordan, As-Samer is an art composed mainly of dances and songs, performed on various occasions, most often during wedding ceremonies. Practitioners are of all ages, from the youngest to the oldest, with children encouraged to participate in the performances. On the wedding day, the father of the groom signals the guests to line up and start clapping and singing. The following representation assigns specific roles to certain people. Al-Hashi is a veiled woman, always close to the hosts, who sings and dances in front of the row of As-Samer participants while wearing an abaya (a loose black garment that covers traditional clothing). Another character is Wasq Al-Hashi, a relative of Al-Hashi, who holds her by the sleeve or the abaya and asks her to sit down. Then Al-Badda enters the scene. It is about a man who begins to sing, speaking directly to Al-Hashi so that she starts dancing again while declaiming poems. The poetry lines spoken during the performance are an integral part of the tradition, they express feelings of joy, peace, intimacy and empathy among the participants. The practice of As-Samer strengthens social bonds and encourages cohesion. Participants of all ages are encouraged to take part spontaneously, in a desire to pass on the knowledge and skills associated with this element to the next generations. |  |
| Knowledge, know-how, traditions and practices associated with the date palm Note Jordan shares this practice with the Bahrain, the'Iraq, the Kuwait, the Morocco, the Mauritania, the'Egypt, Oman, the Palestine, the'Saudi Arabia, the Sudan, the Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates and the Yemen. | 2019 | * Performing Arts * knowledge and practices concerning nature and the universe * social practices, rituals and festive events * know-how related to traditional craftsmanship * oral traditions and expressions | The date palm has been associated with the population of the submitting States for centuries, as an essential material for several forms of craftsmanship, several trades and several traditions, customs and socio-cultural practices, but also as an important source of food. The date palm is an evergreen plant typical of dry regions because its roots can penetrate deeply into the soil to absorb moisture. Element bearers and practitioners include owners of date palm plantations; farmers who plant, maintain and irrigate trees; artisans who make traditional products using the different parts of the palm tree; date vendors; and creators and artists who recite folk tales and poems. The knowledge, skills, traditions and practices associated with the date palm have played an essential role in strengthening the links between the inhabitants of the Arab countries concerned and their lands, as this tree has helped them to overcome the difficulties specific to a desert environment. . The region's historical relationship with the element has given rise to a rich cultural heritage bringing together the practices, knowledge and skills still employed today. The development of the element over the centuries and its cultural relevance explain the extent to which local communities are committed to its preservation. To do this, they participate in multiple actions involving the date palm, organize many festive rituals and perpetuate the traditions and customs linked to the element. |  |
Register of Best Safeguarding Practices
Jordan does not have a practice listed in the Register of Best Safeguarding Practices.
Emergency backup list
Jordan does not have a practice on the Emergency Safeguarding List.
