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RELIGIOUS ALLUSION IN THE POETRY OF ABDULLA ORIPOV
Karimova Mastura Ablakhat kizi
Lecturer, Department of Uzbek Linguistics
National University of Uzbekistan
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Istamova Shamsiyabonu Ilhom kizi
4th-year student, Faculty of Journalism and Uzbek Philology
National University of Uzbekistan
Annotatsiya:
Maqolada diniy allyuziya va uning xususiyatlari, Abdulla Oripov she’riyatida
uchraydigan diniy allyuziv birliklar va ularning tahlili xususida so‘z yuritilgan.
Kalit so‘zlar:
allyuziya, interpretatsiya, allyuziv nom, diniy allyuziya.
Аннотация:
В статье рассматриваются религиозная аллюзия и её особенности, а также
религиозные аллюзивные единицы, встречающиеся в поэзии Абдуллы Орипова, и их
анализ.
Ключевые слова:
аллюзия, интерпретация, аллюзивное имя, религиозная аллюзия.
Annotation:
The article discusses religious allusion and its characteristics, as well as
religious allusive units found in the poetry of Abdulla Oripov and their analysis.
Keywords:
allusion, interpretation, allusive name, religious allusion.
One of the most pressing issues in the analysis of literary texts is their accurate interpretation.
Interpretation is a conscious and consistent cognitive activity aimed at revealing the deeper
conceptual layers of a text. This process involves understanding the hidden information
embedded in a literary work, forming hypotheses about the essence of events and phenomena,
and supporting these hypotheses with evidence. Allusion plays a particularly important role
in enriching and expanding the meaning of a literary text.
“Allusion (from latin allusio – a reference or joke) is a stylistic device based on referring to a
well-known political, everyday, historical, or literary fact. It closely resembles talmeh, a
device commonly used in classical Eastern poetry. However, while talmeh mainly refers to
famous historical or literary events, the scope of allusion is broader”[Yo‘ldoshev M., 2008, p.
160].
Religious allusion, as one type of allusion, appears as a stylistic and cognitive phenomenon
that activates mythological, literary, historical, and religious knowledge in the reader’s mind.
From a cognitive perspective, religious allusions cannot be confined to religious content
alone—they often imply broader cultural meanings. Therefore, they can also be considered as
linguocultural elements characteristic of general cultural expression.
The pragmatic features of religious allusion include symbolic representation; the presence of
religious and mythological knowledge structures; the acquisition of conceptual significance;
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and the ability to reflect the author's worldview. Religious allusions refer to sacred texts and
traditions of Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, and similar sources, activating religious
knowledge in the context of specific events. Typically expressed in the form of short phrases,
collocations, or idiomatic expressions, religious allusions convey profound encyclopedic
meanings. Abdulla Oripov’s poetry demonstrates an extensive use of religious allusions. His
works reference prophetic figures such as Muhammad, Moses, Jesus, Khidr, and Solomon,
characters like Adam and Satan, angels such as Azrael and Gabriel, and sacred locations like
Mount Mina and Mount Sinai.
Moses prayed, and lo – divine favor shone,
Upon the sacred Mount Sinai, the Lord was shown.[(A.Oripov. Selected Works]
This alludes to the well-known episode in Islamic tradition where God speaks to Moses on
Mount Sinai and grants him the divine scripture. When Moses asks to see God’s face, the
mountain crumbles under the divine presence, and Moses faints in awe and repentance. This
poetic excerpt alludes to that profound religious experience.
Eternal in this world –
As noble Khidr, so bold.[A.Oripov. Selected Works]
According to Islamic belief, Khidr, like Jesus, Elijah, and Idris, was granted eternal life. He
drank from the fountain of life and continues to live on, guiding the lost. This verse refers to
Khidr’s enduring nature and his role as a spiritual guide. The figure of Khidr appears
frequently in Oripov’s poetry, symbolizing hidden wisdom and divine guidance.
They opened Muhammad’s chest,
And removed the worldly lust.
Then poured in wisdom, light, and grace –
Faith found a sacred place.[A.Oripov. Selected Works]
This refers to the account in which two white-clothed beings open the chest of young
Muhammad and cleanse it of satanic inclinations, preparing him for divine mission. The poet
references this transformation as a moment of purification and spiritual awakening.
The shining steed of heaven – Buraq,
Carried Muhammad on his lofty track.
Words can’t portray this sacred flight,
When he beheld the Lord of Light.[A.Oripov. Selected Works]
Buraq is the heavenly creature who transported the Prophet Muhammad during the Night
Journey (Isra and Mi’raj), as described in the Qur’an (17:1). This miraculous event marked
the Prophet’s spiritual ascension to meet God. The poet uses the allusion of Buraq to evoke
the grandeur of that night.
On Mount Mina, with firm intent,
Did you cast your stones – your anger spent?[A.Oripov. Selected Works]
This recalls the ritual of stoning the devil during Hajj, symbolizing the rejection of evil as
exemplified by the Prophet Abraham. The poet connects this religious act with the inner
struggle against temptation, emphasizing the symbolic depth of the ritual.
In Abdulla Oripov’s work, religious allusions rooted in the Qur’an and Islamic narratives
enrich the semantic depth of poetic imagery. Figures such as Adam, Satan, Khidr,
Muhammad (PBUH), and Azrael serve as cultural and conceptual symbols, invoking entire
religious stories. Through these references, the poet addresses themes such as spirituality,
moral values, patience, devotion, justice, and the search for truth.
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In conclusion, religious allusions serve as a vital means of conveying cultural and conceptual
knowledge in literary texts. They help readers uncover the deeper semantic layers of a work
and provide insight into the author’s unique worldview and system of thought.
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