Tamada

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Tamada is the traditional Georgian toastmaster who leads feasts and orchestrates toasts during the supra, Georgia’s ceremonial banquet.


Statements (63)
Predicate Object
instanceOf cultural role
intangible cultural heritage element
ritual specialist
toastmaster
associatedBeverage Georgian qvevri wine
wine
associatedObject wine glass
wine horn
associatedWithCuisine Georgian cuisine
associatedWithCulture Georgian culture
associatedWithEvent supra
countryOfOrigin Georgia
culturalSignificance embodiment of eloquence and wit
guardian of supra traditions
maintainer of social hierarchy at the table
promoter of peace and reconciliation during feasts
symbol of Georgian hospitality
genderTradition typically male
leadsRitual closing toast
opening toast
sequence of toasts
toasts to ancestors
toasts to family
toasts to guests
toasts to love and friendship
toasts to peace
primaryFunction encouraging participation in toasts
fostering group cohesion
leading toasts
maintaining ritual order at the table
mediating table etiquette
orchestrating feasts
setting themes for toasts
relatedConcept Georgian hospitality
ritual toasting
supra
table etiquette in Georgia
requiresSkill ability to manage alcohol consumption at the table
diplomacy
improvisation
knowledge of traditions
leadership
poetic expression
public speaking
sense of humor
selectionCriterion knowledgeable about toasting order
known for eloquence
known for sobriety and self-control
respected by community
selectionMethod chosen by consensus of guests
chosen by hosts
transmission community practice
family tradition
informal apprenticeship
oral tradition
typicalSetting Georgian supra
family celebrations
festive banquet
funeral feasts
public celebrations
religious feast days
weddings
usedLanguage Georgian language

Referenced by (1)
Subject (surface form when different) Predicate
Georgians
traditionalInstitution

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