水雲敎바라춤에 關한 硏究

This study investigated the Suwoongyo(kungeul) Bara Dance, which has the ability to unearth our tradition and make it stand upright. This research hoped to capture the cultural condition and the acute situation of the Suwoongyo Bara Dance. Its origin, history, the constructive character of the dance, and the philosophy of the dance were explored, and the following characteristics were found:<BR> 1. The Suwoongyo Bara Dance was affected by the Buddhist Bara Dance before Suwoongyo was established. However, the difference from Buddhist bara dance lies in serving the Buddha as much as Hanalnim based on doctrine of Bulcheonsimilwon (the Buddha is the Heaven) in Suwoongyo.<BR> 2. The rhythm of the Suwoongyo Bara Dance, which is played by Taejing and drums, has the simple rhythm of Naerimgae and Molataegi. Its flow has both strength and weakness so that it has a unique power which brings about immersion and assimilation.<BR> 3. The Suwoongyo Bara Dance has the property of communities, because it is performed by 4-5 people. Its movement has strong moderation, so it is intense and upright.<BR> 4. The Suwoongyo Bara Dance, which consists of Kyemyoung Bara, Chungsa Bara, and Hyangsa Bara, shows the solemnity and devoutness of a ritual dance through its song and Chungsu ritual.<BR> 5. The Suwoongyo Bara Dance suggests a way of seeking truth in order to console an abandoned wandering spirit that has no person to perform a memorial service through the sound of Bara. It has a new paradigm that brings out purification, benediction, the way of Providence, and the exhibition of God to onen s mind.<BR> Therefore, the Suwoongyo Bara Dance, which has strong cultural importance, should be inherited, developed, and preserved. In addition, it should be recognized and evaluated as a great example of Korean s cultural heritage.