The wisdom and humor of Hodja Nasreddin in the context of various versions of the parable of kazan
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https://doi.org/10.25178/nit.2025.2.18Keywords:
Hodja Nasreddin; Turkic literature; Turkic folklore; image of the neighbor; parableAbstract
The article examines three national versions (Kazakh, Uighur, and Uzbek) of the parable about the cauldron, in which the qualities of Hodja Nasreddin are reflected, and the process of adaptation and transformation of the text is shown depending on the cultural and literary contexts of Turkic peoples. The source base includes the following texts: the Kazakh parable “The Deceased Cauldron”, the Uighur version “The Cauldron Was Pregnant”, and the Uzbek version “Can a Cauldron Die?”.
The study identifies and describes similarities among the versions, as well as differences in plotlines, character descriptions, and actions. It is noted that Hodja Nasreddin does not engage in open confrontation, but rather takes advantage of the situation, employing humor; his actions are grounded in folk wisdom. The article discusses various interpretations of his image and its manifestations within national traditions. Special attention is given to the adaptability of Hodja Nasreddin’s character to changing conditions.
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Kenzhekozhayeva A., Mambetov Zh. O. and Auesbayeva P. T. The wisdom and humor of Hodja Nasreddin in the context of various versions of the parable of kazan. New Research of Tuva, 2025, no. 2, pp. 300-311. (In Russ.). DOI: https://doi.org/10.25178/nit.2025.2.18
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Akbota Kenzhekozhayeva, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
PhD Doctoral Student, Department of Kazakh Literature and Theory of Literature, Faculty of Philology, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.
Postal address: 71, Al-Farabi Ave., Almaty, 050040, Republic of Kazakhstan.
E-mail: ak_bota555@mail.ru
Zholdasbek O. Mambetov, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Candidate of Philology, Associate Professor, Department of Kazakh Literature and Literary Theory, Faculty of Philology, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University.
Postal address: 71, Al-Farabi Ave., Almaty, 050040, Republic of Kazakhstan.
E-mail: zholdas_19@mail.ru
Pakizat T. Auyesbaeva, M. O. Auezov Institute of Literature and Art
Candidate of Philology, Associate Professor, Leading Researcher, M. O. Auezov Institute of Literature and Art.
Postal address: 29 Kurmangazy St., Almaty, 050000, Republic of Kazakhstan.
E-mail: ksaryarka@inbox.ru
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