Pages: 166-173

Based on oral narrative in J. Novitsky’s stories, the author studies the concept of sin with Ukrainian peasants of steppe Ukraine in 19th century. J. Novitsky collected his materials during expeditions and travels to steppe Ukraine localities in late 19th – early 20th century; they are a remarkable basis for studies in ethnology, folklore, cultural anthropology. The author studies legends and stories, most of which have religious plots.

Keywords: Ukrainian Peasants, Steppe Ukraine, Novitsky’s stories