TOPIC:
Most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional or religious festivals; during festival periods, people nowadays only want to enjoy themselves. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?
IDEAS:
I. Introduction
- The argument that most people have forgotten the meaning behind traditional or religious festivals and only want to enjoy themselves during these periods
- The personal stance on this issue
II. Arguments in favor of the statement
- The trend of commercialization and secularization of traditional festivals
- The potential for the true meaning of festivals to be lost or overlooked in the focus on celebration and enjoyment
- The existence of cultural or religious practices that may not be fully understood or appreciated by contemporary practitioners
III. Arguments against the statement
- The potential for festivals to serve as opportunities for cultural or religious revitalization and renewal
- The existence of individuals or communities who actively seek to preserve and understand the meaning behind traditional festivals
- The potential for festivals to provide a sense of connection and community
- The ability of individuals to find personal meaning or significance in festivals, regardless of their origins
IV. Conclusion
- Recap of main points and personal stance on the issue
- The complexity of the factors influencing the contemporary observance of traditional or religious festivals.