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Traditional Beliefs Of Turkic Peoples And Their Influence On The National Culture Of Uzbekistan

DOI https://doi.org/10.55640/gjhss/Volume05Issue02-04
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Alimova Mukhiba Muzaffarovna 1 ,
4 Senior Lecturer of the Department of Social Sciences, Pedagogy and Psychology of the Tashkent State Medical University, Uzbekistan

Abstract

This article examines the traditional beliefs of Turkic peoples and their significant influence on the national culture of Uzbekistan. The study explores the historical, social, and cultural aspects of the spiritual heritage of Turkic peoples, focusing on Tengriism, ancestor worship, animistic, and shamanistic practices. The processes of transformation of these beliefs under Islamization and their preservation in folk customs, folklore, rituals, and symbolism are analyzed in detail. The article emphasizes the significance of syncretism, through which ancient beliefs integrate into religious and cultural systems, forming stable cultural traditions. It highlights the impact of traditional beliefs on ethical norms, artistic imagery, folk festivals, crafts, and social life. The study demonstrates that ancient Turkic spiritual practices continue to significantly influence the contemporary national culture of Uzbekistan and serve as an important factor in preserving cultural identity in the context of globalization. The findings of this research can be applied in ethnographic, cultural, historical, and religious studies, as well as in educational and cultural programs.

Keywords

Turkic peoples, traditional beliefs, Tengriism

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How to Cite

Traditional Beliefs Of Turkic Peoples And Their Influence On The National Culture Of Uzbekistan. (2026). Global Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences, 5(02), 30-33. https://doi.org/10.55640/gjhss/Volume05Issue02-04

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