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SPIRITUAL VALUES IN OTKIR HASHIMOV'S NOVEL
"THE WORKS OF THE WORLD"
Sadullayeva Zerda Maxmudjon qizi
Urgench Ranch Technological University
ABSTRACT:
Otkir Hoshimov's "The Works of the World" is one of the rare works of art in
Uzbek literature that deeply and vividly illuminates the theme of spiritual values. This story is
written in the memoir genre and is based on the events of the writer's childhood. According to
the writer, "There is a magical power in the world that knows no boundaries and shines like the
sun. This is Mother's love!" . This value is expressed in all parts of the work.
KEYWORDS:
Otkir Hoshimov, "The Affairs of the World", spiritual values, maternal love,
national traditions, moral ideals, family love, human qualities.
INTRODUCTION
The novel "The Works of the World" by Otkir Khoshimov, a prominent figure in Uzbek
literature, has attracted the attention of readers and researchers not only for its artistic value, but
also for the deep spiritual values expressed in it. This work is based on the author's childhood
memories, and in it human qualities, family love, national traditions and moral ideals are
artistically depicted.
In the conditions of the increasing importance of spirituality in modern society, the
eternal values illuminated in works such as "The Works of the World" play an important role in
educating the human spirit, preserving national identity and strengthening social cohesion.
Qualities such as maternal love, loyalty, humility, and hard work shown through the heroes of
the novel can be a guide not only for the past, but also for present and future generations.
This study analyzes the main spiritual values in the novel "The Works of the World" and
studies their artistic expression, the author's worldview and their significance in modern life.
The spiritual issues raised in the work are important in the context of the development of the
human personality, the family system, and the preservation of national culture. Analytical study
of the selected work. The story "The Affairs of the World" by Otkir Hoshimov was chosen as
the main source, and the spiritual values in it (such as kindness, decency, humanity,
patriotism, honesty, justice) are analyzed. The artistic aspects of the text (language, style,
images, plot) and its philosophical and moral content are in the center of attention.
LITERARY-CRITICAL METHOD.
The spiritual values in the story are compared
with other works of the author, as well as with similar topics in Uzbek and world literature.
Critical literature (research in the fields of literary criticism, philosophy, psychology) serves as
the basis for the analysis Analytical study of the selected work The story "The Works of the
World" by Otkir Hoshimov is selected as the main source, and the spiritual values in it (such as
kindness, decency, humanity, patriotism, honesty, justice) are analyzed. The artistic aspects of
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the text (language, style, images, plot) and its philosophical and moral content are in the center
of attention.
SEMIOTIC ANALYSIS
The spiritual values expressed through symbols, signs, and images in the text are
interpreted. For example, layers of meaning are revealed through the behavior of the characters,
their dialogues, and the author's lyrical lines. Historical-biographical method The personal life
of Otkir Khashimov, the socio-political conditions of his time, are connected with the values
reflected in the work. The author's worldview and literary heritage are analyzed.
PHILOSOPHICAL-ETHICAL ANALYSIS
The human, national and universal values raised in the story are studied from a
philosophical perspective (for example, humanism, ethics, enlightenment). Semiotic analysis
The spiritual values expressed through symbols, signs, and images in the text are interpreted.
For example, layers of meaning are revealed through the behavior of the characters, their
dialogues, and the author's lyrical lines. Historical-biographical method The personal life of
Otkir Khashimov, the socio-political conditions of his time, are connected with the values
reflected in the work. The author's worldview and literary heritage are analyzed.
Otkir Hoshimov "The Affairs of the World"
In the story, he describes the good and
bad sides of humanity, along with the difficult and easy moments of life. The main idea of
the work is that the purity of a person's heart, honesty and hard work determine his
fate. Through the characters, the author wants to convey that all affairs in the world—moral
decisions, human relationships and life's trials—are resolved on the basis of spiritual values. In
Khashimov's artistic style, deep philosophical and spiritual issues are raised through ordinary
life stories. The story "The Affairs of the World" reminds the reader that if a person's heart is
pure and his intentions are honest, his path will always be bright. The work vividly depicts
ordinary village life during the Soviet era, its customs and traditions. The People's Writer of
Uzbekistan Said Ahmad described the work as "readable like a song." In the story "The Picture",
the writer emphasizes the importance of respect for parents. The fact that he regrets not taking a
picture with his mother shows the importance of this value.
"The Affairs of the World" by Otkir Khashimov
The story raises the eternal spiritual
problems of humanity through ordinary life stories. The work skillfully depicts values such
as hard work, honesty, conscience, humanity, justice, and kindness.
Hard work and honesty are the foundation of human dignity
Through the main
characters of the story, the author shows the connection between work and social justice and
personal dignity. For example, the work depicts true craftsmen, people who work honestly even
in difficult conditions. Through this, Hashimov emphasizes that the value of a person is
reflected in what he creates with his hands and brain.
Human relationships are a test of love and loyalty.
The story extensively covers the
themes of loyalty, trust, and selflessness in family and friendship relationships. Some characters
lose loved ones due to negative traits such as selfishness and betrayal, while others achieve
happiness through their loyalty and devotion. Through this, the author emphasizes the
importance of sincerity in human relationships.
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Moral choice - the struggle between good and evil
Hoshimov depicts the characters in
the process of making decisions in various life situations. Some find their way with the voice of
conscience, while others give in to their own desires and end up regretting them. Through this,
the author shows the impact of personal responsibility and moral decisions on life.
The transience of life and eternal values
The story reflects the idea that things like
happiness, wealth, and fame are temporary, but good deeds, memories, and traces in the human
heart are eternal. According to Hashimov, true wealth is the kindness done to people and the
reputation left behind.
CONCLUSION
Otkir Khashimov's story "The Works of the World" deeply and artistically interprets the
main spiritual values in human life. The main idea of the work is that the value of a person is
not reflected in his material wealth, but in his spiritual maturity, behavior and attitude towards
others. In the conclusion, the following main points can be highlighted: . Honesty and hard
work - through the heroes of the story, the author proves that honest work enriches a person not
only materially, but also spiritually. Even in difficult life circumstances, the heroes' loyalty to
their work brings them social justice and inner peace. Sincerity in human relationships - the
work praises such qualities as loyalty, trust and selflessness in family and friendly relationships.
Bad intentions and betrayal are always defeated. The importance of moral choice – Through the
choices his characters make at crucial moments in life, Hashimov shows that each person
creates their own destiny. Listening to the voice of conscience and following the right path
leads a person to spiritual maturity.
REFERENCES:
1. Hoshimov, Otkir. The Works of the World (story). – Tashkent: Sharq, 2000.
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3. Karimov, I.A. The rise of spirituality is the basis of national development –
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4. Kuronov, D. Human and moral issues in Uzbek literature – Tashkent:2015.
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Tashkent: Science, 2012.
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Publishing House, 2018. Articles on literary criticism and analysis:
7. Rakhimov, S. The poetics of human values in "The Works of the World" // "Star of
the East" magazine, 2017, No. 3. – P. 45-52.
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