[Etymology] What is the Origin of "Rus"? [Russian History] #412
We explore the mystery surrounding the word "Rus", the root of the country name of Russia, the largest country in the world. Whether they were Vikings who came from Northern Europe or the East Slavs who originally lived in this land, it is a fascinating topic that is still debated more than 1,000 years later.
Tracing the roots leads to theories about place names and tribes.
In the audio, the word "Rus", which is said to be the origin of Russia's country name, is explained in detail. Several leading theories are introduced, such as the theory that the origin is a place name in the middle reaches of the Dnieper River, and the "Normanist theory" that in the late 9th century, East Slavs invited Rurik, a Viking from Northern Europe, to resolve conflicts and build a country.
Various discussions are held between legend and historical fact.
The explanation proceeds based on old records such as the Primary Chronicle, and the episode of how the people of that time welcomed a king and built a country is very concrete. There is also another theory that it referred to the East Slavs around the Ros River, and it is said that no conclusion has yet been reached as to which theory is correct. The development makes you feel the depth of history, but please listen to the main episode for the rest.
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