“Khalypa” is Turkmen concept of a teacher, with philosophical and psychological meanings. It is more than a teacher in particular subject of study, or just a mentor. The person will be considered as a spiritual leader, giving lessons of life.
Sadaka – special ritual, an event to sacrifice in order to thank Heaven for a blessed support in life
Kszan – a big round cauldron, of volumes between of 40-100 liter.
Chorba – a traditional soup of mutton and onions. To diverse it is allowed to add potatoes and tomatoes.
“To taste a salt” – a ritual joining to a meal. A one should take at least a drop of bread or tiny portion of a course and eat it. It will be a token that he/she “shares” the meals. Refusing the procedure might be taken as rudeness and an offence.