September 5, 2025Historical EthnologyOpen Access

Family and family memory as factors in preserving traditional religious values in the Soviet period (according to qualitative sociological research in the Republic of Mordovia)

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The family was the key factor in preserving traditional and religious values during the Soviet period, especially through rituals.
In-depth interviews conducted with 65 residents highlight women's significant roles in nurturing these values amid repression.
This qualitative research analyzed memory and cultural trauma, emphasizing how families maintained traditions despite Soviet oppression.
The findings underscore the importance of familial memory in sustaining cultural identity and navigating mnemonic conflicts.

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Qualitative research reveals family and women's roles in maintaining traditional values during the Soviet era.

Оlga А. Bogatova (2025) studied this question.

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