Chechens: appearance of men and women, character traits, origins, traditions

2024 Author: Henry Conors | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-12 02:54

On the territory of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Chechnya, a proud people who love independence and the Motherland live. Its representatives have special features of appearance, character, upbringing. Chechens, whose appearance is very recognizable, are located far beyond the borders of their homeland.

Religion of the Chechens

Before the advent of Islam, this people worshiped a group of gods associated with nature and life. And only in the XIII century Islam begins to spread in the territory of Chechnya. By the end of the 18th century, Chechnya would become fully Muslim.

Now the predominant religion in Chechnya is Islam. Basically, these are the teachings of Sufism - nadiri or nakshbandi. They, in turn, are divided into wird brotherhoods, of which there are more than 30.

The largest group is the dhikrists. They are followers of Sheikh Kunta-Haji Kishiev.

Life and life of the Caucasian people

The main settlements of the Chechen people are auls. Turluch houses, in which the most important thing is a leak-proof roof, are very clean and bright inside. Those wholives in the mountains, it is not so noticeable. There are no frames on the windows, just shutters and a canopy in front of the door to keep out the weather.

A special oven is being built in the courtyard of each house, in which delicious homemade bread is baked.

In fact, the highlanders are completely unpretentious in food, they are content with tortillas, corn porridge, barbecue or stew.

The main activities of the people are:

• cattle breeding;
• beekeeping;
• farming;
• hunt.

Women's occupation - raising children, taking care of the house, the mood of life. In addition, they weave very beautiful carpets, sew dresses and shoes.

Male looks

According to anthropological data, the Chechens are not an integral type. The appearance of the Chechens can be attributed to the Western Asian race.

They are characterized by medium or high growth, strong physique, upturned or aquiline nose, strong-willed chin, thick eyebrows. In a mixed type, hair can be jet black or light blond. It is the same with the eyes, there are people with both dark brown eyes and light green.

The main feature of the appearance of the Chechens is dolichocephaly, that is, their head shape is longer than that of other Caucasian peoples. Many men wear beards or mustaches to give them even more masculinity.

The menacingness, strength and courage inherent in men are to some extent reflected in the appearance of the Chechens. A firm and direct look shows the unbending will and stubbornness of thesebeautiful highlanders.

The characteristic features of the appearance of the Chechens are a strong-willed chin, slightly protruding forward, and a strict outline of the face.

The appearance of women

There are many very beautiful women in Chechnya. Instagram is filled with selfies of beautiful, young and well-groomed girls.

They have big eyes ranging from black to light green, perfectly shaped eyebrows, a prominent nose, a wide, delicately contoured face, beautifully defined lips and long hair. True, in old age the face coarsens and becomes very hard.

As a rule, women cover their heads, but recently many young girls allow themselves to walk around with their heads uncovered. At least until marriage.

Despite the fact that Muslim women from neighboring countries allow themselves to wear trousers or jeans, Chechen girls do not dare to do this, preferring long skirts and dresses.

From school, young girls are required to wear headscarves, which they later change to beautiful hijabs and stoles.

Modern girls pay special attention to accessories. If this is a bag, then it must be from a well-known brand. If shoes, good quality sneakers.

Perhaps the most famous and beautiful Chechen women are:

• Zarema Irzakhanova;
• Amina Khakisheva;
• Zamira Dzhabrailova;
• Makka Sagaipova;
• Tamila Eldarkhanova and many, many others.

Character of the people

Nokhchalla - this is how one can characterize the whole essence of a Chechen in one word. Appearance, inner feeling of being a person with dignity, attitude towards life and people - all this is included in the word "nokhcho".

That is, it is a kind of honor for a Chechen. The way they build relationships in the family, in love, in friendship, at work - this is nokhchalla.

Chechens revere friendship so much that they can give their lives for a friend. Friendship is sacred to them. Highlanders support a friend in any position.

Attitude towards the female sex is special. They always behave with restraint in the presence of women, stand up at a meeting and do not allow to say something superfluous.

A Chechen man will never allow himself to hit a woman, let alone a child. In children, they do not want to bring up cowardice, so physical punishment is completely absent. If the highlander hits the girl, then his whole family will be responsible for this.

If it so happens that the wife cheated on her husband, then he has the right to kick her out of his home, demanding a return of the dowry.

Chechens are cheerful and hospitable people. Yes, the appearance of male Chechens sometimes instills fear in the hearts of people of other nationalities, but this does not mean that they are actually so cruel.

Although in fairness it should be said that after all, the centuries-old struggle for the lands developed fearlessness, courage, dexterity, indomitability and endurance in them. Even the enemies of this people cannot but admit it.

Chechen traditions

The traditions of the Chechens originate from ancient times, and most of them are observed to this day.

For example, a man must get up when an elderlythe woman enters the house. If he goes outside with a woman, he must go one step forward so that in case of danger the blow falls on him.

If a girl marries, then her husband's family controls her future. Her mother-in-law brings her up as she sees fit, leaving all household chores in her hands.

It is considered a great insult to touch a man's headdress.

Chechens are not accustomed to show their feelings in public. In relation to any person, a Chechen is obliged to behave respectfully.