Sorbs

The Dziumblah embroidery of traditional costumes – a lively heritage of craftsmanship and cultural bond

the > >Trachten embroidery dziumbla<< stands for much more than just for craftsmanship. It is a symbol of a deeply rooted connection to history, traditions and culture that has been surviving far beyond mere sewing. [...]

Roots and wings: Sorbian in kindergarten as a living gift for every child

It touches deeply when you see how Sorbian sounds flow gently through the rooms of a kindergarten - not as a foreign language, but as a familiar sound of home, as a natural element of the day like sunlight or... [...]

A common religious framework as a foundation: special inner cohesion of the Catholic Sorbs in Lusatia

The strong inner cohesion of the Catholic Sorbs in Lusatia is rooted in a fixed religious framework, which gives their everyday life and their self-image a connecting structure. The Catholic faith gives clear points of orientation for community life: rituals,... [...]

The Sorbian kindergartens and the Witaj program as a living bridge between heritage and the present

In the hearts of Sorbian villages and towns of Lusatia, every morning, places of special liveliness awaken where children's laughter echoes through rooms that are filled with Sorbian songs and stories. These day-care centers are far more than... [...]

Sorbian as a connecting attitude towards life

Sorbian is more than just a language. It is an attitude to life that in Lusatia incomparably builds bridges and connects people. This connection is particularly impressive in everyday life, where numerous loan words from... [...]

Cultural Preservation – Njepila-Hof e.V. and the Lusatian Sorbs

the > >Njepila-Hof<< in Rohne acts as a lively place of cultural preservation, because customs, crafts and music are not only shown here, but also practiced and passed on, which means that cultural forms of expression are preserved from everyday life... [...]

A cultural heritage that remains visible in everyday life: The rediscovery of the Sorbian culture as a return to the roots of Lusatia

The rediscovery of the Sorbian culture in Lusatia is experienced by many people as a deeply rooted process that was not initiated from outside, but emerged from its own population. Everywhere in the region... [...]

Lusatian Sorbs – The power of the family for the Sorbian language

The Sorbian language is revived by the determination of numerous families and communities. Regardless of official guidelines and state support, parents and grandparents are confidently responsible for the Sorbian as a living everyday language... [...]

Historical roots and emigration

The connection between Hochkirch in the Lausitzer Bergland and Tarrington in Australia has its roots in the great emigration movements, where people left their homeland to build a new life abroad. Who then... [...]

Póchad: Łužyca and the importance of the Sorbian language in Lusatia

The Sorbian language contributes significantly to the cultural identity of the people in Lusatia. It is not only a means of communication, but also a carrier of traditions and historical experiences that have been passed on over generations.... [...]

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The importance of a secure password – protection and trust in the digital age

In a world increasingly characterized by digital services and online interactions, the security of personal data is becoming increasingly important. A key building block for this protection is a strong, well-chosen password. It is... [...]
A problem in healthcare that has hardly been noticed: increasing contributions and declining services – a culture of irresponsibility?

In the public debates about the future of state health care, one dimension is often under the table: The creeping corruption and growing infidelity within the system. A network of slabs is formed behind the scenes... [...]
A facet of corruption and infidelity in the education system that has been hardly noticed

Risses are emerging in the background of the state education system, which are rarely the focus of public discussion. While curricula and school reforms make headlines, the question of corruption and infidelity is largely ignored. But as soon as you... [...]
A hardly noticed bureaucratic monster on public service broadcasting

In the shadow of public debates about program content and journalistic orientation, there is a little-noticed dimension: The systemic corruption and infidelity within public service broadcasting. Those responsible for providing information on the common good use at the same time... [...]