THE MOTIF OF HEROIC COMBAT IN THE OGYZ ZHYRAU VARIANT OF THE "ALPAMYS" EPIC

Turdimuratova Abadan Baymuratovna

Authors

Turdimuratova Abadan Baymuratovna Senior Lecturer at the Department of "Uzbek and Foreign languages" of the Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Doctor of Philosophy in Philological Sciences

Keywords:

motif, variant, epic, hero, type.

Abstract

This article explores the motif of heroic combat in the Ogyz Zhyrau variant of the "Alpamys" epic, a foundational work in Turkic oral literature. The motif of heroic battle is not only central to the narrative structure of this version but also reflects broader cultural values and ideals of heroism among Turkic peoples. By examining the narrative techniques, character portrayals, and symbolic meanings embedded in the combat scenes, the study highlights how these elements contribute to the epic’s enduring significance. The analysis also situates the motif within the wider context of Turkic heroic traditions and oral storytelling practices.

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