The Image of Magical Birds in Alisher Navoiy’s Works

• Kushkarbekova Marjan Usenovna

  Senior teacher, Department of Russian and kazakh philology, Navoi state university, Navoi, Republic of Uzbekistan

This article explores the symbolic representation of magical birds in the works of Alisher Navoiy, specifically in his epic Lison ut-tayr. These avian symbols, including Simurg, Qaqnus, Anqo, and Humo, represent profound themes of spirituality, theology, and human aspiration. In classical literature, symbolic language plays a critical role in conveying deeper meanings, a tradition that Navoiy skillfully utilizes. However, the complex interrelations between these bird symbols and their roots in various mythologies, such as Persian and Greek, remain underexplored. The knowledge gap lies in understanding how Navoiy adapted these figures within the context of Central Asian and Eastern mystical traditions. Using a comparative approach, the study analyzes these magical birds, linking them to their mythological origins and examining their significance in Navoiy’s work. The methodology includes a thorough review of primary texts, historical references, and cross-cultural influences from Persian, Greek, and Turkish literature.

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