Internal Content / Article Types
Each article in the Folklority Knowledge Base must:
- answer a clear question
- explain folklore (not retell it)
- remain evergreen
- connect outward to regions or specialised sites
1. Definition & Core Concept Articles
(Foundational Knowledge)
Purpose: Explain what folklore is and how it works.
Examples:
- What Are Folktales?
- What Is Folklore?
- What Is Oral Tradition?
- What Is Myth vs Folktale?
- What Is Cultural Storytelling?
- What Is Folk Belief?
Rules:
- No examples as full stories
- Neutral, explanatory tone
- Cross-link to regions
2. Regional Folklore Context Articles
(High-level cultural explanation)
Purpose: Explain how folklore functions within a region or culture.
Examples:
- What Are African Folktales?
- What Defines Asian Folklore?
- What Is European Oral Tradition?
- Folklore Traditions of the Americas
Rules:
- No story listings
- Explain shared traits, not individuals
- Link to regional archives
3. Cultural Practice & Tradition Articles
(How folklore is used)
Purpose: Explain storytelling as a social practice.
Examples:
- How Oral Storytelling Works in Traditional Societies
- Role of Elders in Folklore
- Storytelling and Community Life
- Folklore in Ritual and Ceremony
Rules:
- Focus on function, not narrative
- Use cross-cultural framing
4. Motif & Symbol Articles
(Meaning-focused content)
Purpose: Explain symbols that appear across folktales.
Examples:
- Animals in Folklore
- Fire as a Symbol in Folktales
- Rivers in Traditional Stories
- Masks in Cultural Storytelling
Rules:
- Symbolic meaning only
- No story retellings
- Link to specialised sites where relevant
5. Archetype & Character Role Articles
(Recurring figures, not characters)
Purpose: Explain common roles across folklore traditions.
Examples:
- The Trickster Archetype
- The Wise Elder in Folklore
- The Fool Figure in Traditional Stories
- Animal Helpers in Folktales
Rules:
- No named characters as focus
- Compare roles across cultures
6. Theme & Moral Concept Articles
(What stories teach)
Purpose: Explain values and lessons conveyed through folklore.
Examples:
- Greed in Folktales
- Humility as a Moral Lesson
- Wisdom and Patience in Folklore
- Community and Responsibility in Oral Stories
Rules:
- Explain why themes recur
- Avoid moral preaching tone
7. Structure & Storytelling Technique Articles
(How stories are built)
Purpose: Explain oral storytelling mechanics.
Examples:
- Why Folktales Use Repetition
- Call-and-Response in Oral Tradition
- Why Animals Speak in Folktales
- Story Cycles in Folklore
Rules:
- No story summaries
- Focus on technique and memory
8. Transmission & Preservation Articles
(How folklore survives)
Purpose: Explain how folklore moves through time.
Examples:
- How Folktales Were Passed Down
- Folklore Before Writing
- Folklore and Cultural Memory
- Modern Preservation of Oral Tradition
Rules:
- Historical and cultural focus
- No modern retellings
9. Comparative Folklore Articles
(Optional, advanced layer)
Purpose: Show connections without flattening cultures.
Examples:
- Tricksters Across Cultures
- Animal Symbolism in World Folklore
- Moral Teaching in Global Oral Traditions
Rules:
- Respect differences
- Avoid ranking cultures
10. Discovery & Navigation Articles
(Search support content)
Purpose: Help users explore more easily.
Examples:
- How to Explore Folklore by Region
- How Symbols Connect Stories Across Cultures
- How Folklority Connects Folklore Traditions
Rules:
- Guide-based
- Shorter than other articles
Knowledge Base
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├── Concepts
├── Regions
├── Practices
├── Motifs
├── Archetypes
├── Themes
├── Techniques
├── Preservation
├── Comparative
└── Discovery