Strict, proud, majestic and wise Caucasus - these are breathtaking natural landscapes, impressive mountains and picturesque plains. The peoples who inhabit these territories are equally strong in spirit, strict, proud, courageous, thoughtful and wise by experience. One of these peoples are Dagestanis. They are characterized by their specific features that distinguish them from other residents of the Caucasus, they have their own customs and mentality.
Dagestanis are not a single nation, but a kind of conglomerate of peoples. What is their peculiarity, why is Dagestan called a territory with a unique and specific people? What are they - Dagestan men and women? The article will discuss specific character traits and the mentality of Dagestanis.
Features of the Dagestan appearance
More than 30 nationalities live in Dagestan, half of which are indigenous. Therefore, it is wrong to characterize all Dagestanis according to a single standard. For example, the image of rural residents is different from the image of urban residents, mountain representatives of the people are different from the plain inhabitants.
The main features of the Dagestan appearance are:
- High growth (more than 170 centimeters).
- Straight, coarse hair from black to light brown in color.
- Eye color - gray, black, brown.
- The arrangement of the eyes is “Near Asian,” or horizontal, the palpebral fissure is narrow.
- Eyebrows are straight, very often fused.
- In men, the hairline is developed normally, the beard and mustache are sparse.
- The face is long and narrow. Facial features are somewhat angular, with prominent cheekbones.
- The forehead is high, the nose is long, straight, narrow, the tip is sometimes raised. Often the forehead and nose form one line.
- Lips are puffy.
- The chin is not protruding, but tall.
- The nape is convex. Ears are high with long lobes.
The beauty and external data of Dagestanis are often discussed on the Internet. It is very difficult to unequivocally state whether handsome Dagestan men or not. Beauty is a very relative concept. It should be noted that many representatives of this people have rather vivid oriental features that give a certain charm.
Home care
Traditionally, caring for home, children, and family is one of the sacred duties of Dagestan men. Their whole life is devoted to the arrangement and improvement of life. The people wish each other: “Let your house live!” In this desire, the whole essence of the relationship to one’s and another’s home is respect, respect, respect and the desire for prosperity.
Hospitality
Dagestanis sacredly honor the traditions of hospitality and veneration of elders. Hospitality is a custom, to a different degree, characteristic of many peoples, but among the Highlanders it was elevated to a cult. No matter how much trouble this may cause the owner, regardless of the economic situation of the family, self-respecting Dagestanis will do everything to adequately meet the guests. There is a rule: all the best (bed, food, wine, room) - to the guest. Even today, children ask if they find a delicacy, for them or for guests.
Respect for elders
The national characteristic of Dagestan men and women is the veneration of elders. This is an ancient characteristic feature of domestic and family relationships. Old age has its advantages: young people always give way to old people, the one who is always the first to speak is the one who is older, the young always stand in the presence of the old, you can’t smoke and drink with the old, they are first served water and food. The veneration of elders is passed down from generation to generation. Disrespectful attitude towards the elderly is condemned in society, such a person can shout curses at the trail.
Respect for a woman
Many researchers emphasize the degraded and disenfranchised position of women in the Muslim East, but among them, Dagestani girls are relatively free. Women did not wear a burqa, a veil, female seclusion was not widespread here.
Respect for women in society is expressed in customs and rituals. For example, when a Dagestan girl passes by a group of men, they stop laughing so that she does not think that they are laughing at her. When an adult woman appears in society (both in the past and in the present), it is customary to stand up as a sign of respect for her. The dignity and honor of girls and women is strictly protected. The encroachment on the honor of the woman served and continues to serve as an occasion for blood feud. In this case, punishment, revenge, murder is not committed in the presence of a woman.
If a woman without a headdress and with loose hair rushed to the center of the fighting, the Dagestanis instantly stopped the bloodshed and the warring parties dispersed.
It should be noted that among Dagestan men the attitude to women was formed on the basis of two historical premises. On the one hand, boys have been brought up with respect for their mother from birth, they realized the need to take care of their native women: mother, sister, wife, daughter or other relatives. Caring and protecting a woman is the holy duty of a man.
But on the other hand, a woman always occupied a subordinate position in the family, that is, the last word always remained and remains with the man. The division of household chores into male and female is still preserved, most often women do not work, but do household chores (they cook, wash, clean, raise children). Men make money and provide their families with everything they need.
Interethnic Marriages
Relations in interethnic marriages are very complex due to the difference in mentality, worldview, and culture. As a rule, it is still customary for Dagestanis to create marriages with representatives of their people. But there are exceptions when the emerging relationship between a Russian woman and a Dagestan man develops into marriage. It should be noted that the relationship can be harmonious only if the traditions and customs of each partner are followed, if there is a respectful attitude to the culture of the people of their spouse.
Psychologists give the following recommendations on how to behave with a Dagestan man:
- respect him and his relatives;
- Do not argue with your husband in the presence of strangers;
- do not provoke him;
- Do not create artificially situations in which his jealousy would manifest;
- to be hospitable;
- Responsible to their domestic duties;
- to be modest and well-mannered.
Responsibility
A feature of Dagestan men is responsibility. The word is more precious to them than life: if he promised something, he will do it. But even the most responsible ones are able to forget about trifles, especially if it concerns everyday issues, for example, buy a light bulb, repair a cabinet, install the Internet and so on.
Like all men of the eastern type, Dagestanis are able to speak a lot and beautifully, are able to turn their heads in compliments in an instant. But everywhere there are pitfalls: Dagestanis are very religious, not everyone can break the traditions of the clan and marry a Christian. If he already has his own family, then he will never leave her. Family is sacred, although there may be many novels on the side.
Attitude to money
Dagestan men love to beautifully look after, give gifts, make wide gestures. They like to fulfill wishes. But the disadvantage of such gestures is squandering, and the most terrible evil of many representatives of the people are gambling and casinos. Many eastern men have a difficult relationship with money, and Dagestani representatives of the stronger sex are no exception.
Emotionality
Dagestan men can openly express their feelings - this is a positive feature that helps to build relationships, because it is clear what a person feels, you can adjust your actions to improve relationships.
Moreover, if questions arise that concern themselves or their health, they are very restrained. For example, when a hand fracture occurs, a Dagestan man, when asked by a doctor about what happened, will most often answer that he was scratched. This is how restraint and sensitivity are manifested.
But it should be noted the negative side of emotionality - jealousy, most often absolutely causeless. In a relationship, men can constantly check mail, mobile phones, social networks. In the case of a family showdown, you can not infuriate a man. Of course, everyone has their own temperament, but the assault or the defeat of the premises are the most common manifestations of violent temperament.
Religiosity
The peculiarity of the people is following the spiritual tradition, despite the fact that the population of Dagestan is very diverse. Almost 90% of the inhabitants profess Islam, the remaining 10% - Judaism and Christianity. Religion began to spread in Dagestan back in the 7th century. Initially, she appeared in Derbent, then on the plain territory. But Islam became the dominant religion in Dagestan only in the 13th century. Such a long distribution of it is associated with civil wars, and only after the invasion of the Tatar-Mongols, Islam became the religion of all nationalities of the republic. Among the inhabitants there are both Shiites and Sunnis.
All is well, in moderation. Among Dagestanis there are also ardent religious fanatics. They believe that they act in the name of God. Before starting a family with a Dagestan man, some points should be clarified: his attitude to a woman and her role in the family, his attitude to religion, his attitude to children. Religiosity is largely reflected in other aspects of human life. For example, strict observance of religious customs and traditions in everyday life, subordinate position of women, large families and so on.
What are they - modern Dagestan men?
- These are, first of all, the most hospitable people on the planet. When meeting, they always smile and shake hands.
- Respect for elders is elevated to the cult and to the rank of law. Any old man will have honor and respect among young people.
- There are no kisses among men.
- They really do not like middle names, always contact only by name.
- Very talented, among them many dancers, singers and poets.
- They love to sing patriotic songs.
- They like posts and external attributes: a car, an office, bright clothes.
- Men have developed strong leadership qualities, they always take the initiative.
- They like to compete for any reason and are very painful at losing.
- They love meat on fire and khinkali.
- Easily lose self-control. If you want to bring the Dagestan out of a state of equilibrium, offend his patriotism or point out weaknesses.
- Open, about them you can safely say "soul for plowing."
- They do not like irony, abstract jokes. All that is said is taken at face value.
- They are very emotional, like to wave their arms, scream, express their thoughts loudly.
- Many people love horses and dogs, and they take them seriously.
- They know their kind almost to the 7th knee.
- They disregard the law, consider themselves free people.
- Generous, they will give the last to their neighbor.
- They know how to be friends, for a friend they sacrifice everything that is.
- They love their homeland, language, culture and customs very much.
The most famous Dagestan men
The peoples of Dagestan gave the country and the world great poets, scientists, artists, athletes, composers and other figures of art and culture:
- Abdulagatov Ilmutdin - scientist of physical and mathematical sciences.
- Aitberov Timur - historian, specialist in Dagestan historiography, medieval Dagestan, Persian and Arabic manuscripts, the history of Islam in Dagestan.
- Alivov Yahya is a famous physicist.
- Alderov Albert is a geneticist in the field of crops.
- Aliyev Shamil is a developer of space technology and rocket weapons.
- Apashev Magomed - Doctor of Technical Sciences.
- Temirov Ruslan is a scientist in the field of nanotechnology.
- Temirov Yusup is a radio electronics engineer.
- Khalidov Hamid - scientist, inventor.
- Shikhsaidov Muzakir - a famous physicist, currently works as a director of Dagtelecom JSC in Makhachkala (Dagestan).
- Khangishiev Muzhaedin - aircraft designer, inventor.
- Shikhsaidov Amri Rzayevich - historian, specialist in Dagestan historiography, medieval Dagestan, the history of Islam in Dagestan and Makhachkala.
- Magomedov Nabi is a famous chemist.
- Magomedov Murad is an archaeologist, a specialist in the history of the peoples of Dagestan during the early Middle Ages.
- Magometov Alexander is a linguist, specialist in Lezgi languages and languages of the Dargin group.
- Makhov Magomed - Honored Doctor of the Russian Federation.
- Nazhmudinov Gadzhi - a specialist in the field of philosophy and history of foreign philosophy, social culturology, anthropology.
- Sultanov Kazbek is a specialist in the culture and literature of the peoples of the Caucasus.
- Talibov Bukar - specialist in Lezgi languages, linguist.
- Tarlanov Zamir - literary critic, linguist, specialist in Russian proverbs and the literary language of the XVIII century, in the Agul language.
- Batdalov Mukhtaritdin is a famous architect.
- Gamzatov Haji - literary critic.
- Huseynov Abdusalam - Soviet and Russian philosopher.
- Daidbekov Adilgerey is a professional engineer in Dagestan.
- Kayaev Ali - Dagestan religious leader and scholar.
- Kurbanali Akayev is the silver medalist of the kickboxing world championship in 2007.
- Sapiyulla Karachaev is the 1978 European freestyle wrestling champion.
- Mejid Bektemirov - champion of Russia in fights without rules (2007), world champion in fights without rules (2008).
- Jamal Kasumov is a two-time world kickboxing champion. World Champion (2005), Europe (2004).
- Gadzhiev Gadzhi - Honored Trainer of Russia.
In addition, Dagestan gave the world such great poets: Gamzatov Rasul, Aliyev Fazu, more than 60 heroes of the Great Patriotic War, for example, Ismailov Abdulhakim and many others. You can go on ad infinitum. The whole world became famous for the school of freestyle wrestling. Here appeared one of the best wrestlers in history, a three-time Olympic champion - Saitiev Buvaysar, and judoka Isaev Mansur and Khaibulaev Tagir brought the country the first gold medals at the 2012 London Olympics.