View this article in RussianWhen we think of Magtymguly Pyragy, the spiritual treasure of the Turkmen people, his values, national identity, integrity, and simplicity come vividly to mind. Apart from all these, it is both delightful and proud to mention that the foundation of Magtymguly Pyragy’s poetry is grounded in science. Magtymguly Pyragy’s poetry represent the guiding path of the Turkmen people over centuries.
Our poet who yearned for independence, Dowletmammed Azadi, is one of the great figures who paved the way for establishing an independent Turkmen state. Dowletmammed Azadi wrote his works, especially “Wagzy-Azat,” to illuminate Magtymguly’s path.
This book, consisting of four chapters, essentially explains the principles of the foundational laws of the Turkmen state. In complex times, the great son and scholar of our people, Magtymguly Pyragy, emerges. He reflects on his father’s scientific principles, understanding the material and spiritual condition of his people, and writes his poetry not merely as emotional expressions but as guiding beacons of a correct path.
The value of our national poet’s works lies in the foundation they provide for constructing a poetic base rooted in science and knowledge. Regardless of where Magtymguly’s influence spreads, it first touches the walls of science. He refers to examples to express the lively and diverse aspects of the world through the language of poetry. This indicates that he initially understood the lack of inherent value of science in this beautiful world.
When studying Magtymguly Pyragy’s creativity based on scientific assumptions, it can be said that each line of his poetry contains the fundamental basis of science. The essence of human soul is truly the meaning of life. The entire universe has been created in various ways to please it. Magtymguly emphasizes that although the power of science may not fully solve the secrets of the universe, it must still be in pursuit of science.
Despite the emotional and artistic uniqueness of his poetry, it is clear that the scientific foundation is firmly established in his works. Every poem you read presents a “strong column of science.” This proves that the poet’s scientific perspective is a more powerful and substantive ocean than mere poetry.
In Magtymguly’s work, the spiritual essence of the people is present. This poetry derives its source from the people’s spirit. When a source draws from the spirit of the people, it possesses the ability to purify, feel clarity, and bridge the past and future. This spirit elevates the poetry to a grand and magical phenomenon. From a scientific and historical perspective, this truth is uniquely represented in the poet’s works.
He connects humanity with nature, creation with the creator, from both a Sufi and scientific perspective, as well as in terms of poetic connections. He repeatedly proves in his famous poems that spring months signify a new creation and renewal. The main solutions to this connection are primarily related to the Nowruz holiday. The poet pays great attention to this celebration. He demonstrates that during this festival, the rejuvenation of souls, the harmony of surroundings, and the continuity of music and unity are perceptible. The poetry gives a new breath, much like flowers flowing in the palm of your hand:
“When Nowruz comes, it will bring colour to the world…”
From a philosophical viewpoint, Magtymguly’s poems are filled with warmth, love, and passion in all existential, living, and initiating matters. Therefore, the healthy diction and unique spiritual state in his poems embody a force that brings you closer to his creativity. This, of course, proves that there is no detachment from scientific philosophical assumptions. Magtymguly’s poetry provides an opportunity to overcome certain stages to perceive the world. Science and poetry complement each other like a continuous pathway.
Magtymguly is the spiritual bridge of the nation. When one thinks of “Turkmen,” Magtymguly comes to mind, and when one thinks of “Magtymguly,” Turkmen is recognized. The connection between these two roots represents the basis of the nation’s scientific and poetic language levels. Such questions reshape your perception of Magtymguly in your soul. It opens a new way to re-read his poetry, bringing new feelings each time his poems are read.
The influence of Magtymguly’s language on the Turkmen language has been evident in our national linguistic and literary studies for many years. The uniqueness of Magtymguly Pyragy’s linguistic characteristics recalls the profound meanings of that language. This is a matter of pride for us.
Understanding the boundlessness of the power granted to those who bear the destiny of the nation and country, it is no coincidence that a great personality like Pyragy yearned for the independence of his people during his time. The poet’s heart embodies the spirit of the people, the living language, the literature of the people, and scientifically, his creativity encapsulates it all. This shows the boundlessness of the great poet’s love for his people. The emergence of the Turkmen language, and later the poet’s language joining the harmony of sound, is a profound philosophical truth.
Not only do the worlds revolve, but waters, rivers, stones, stars, and celestial bodies all move and do not remain stationary; they revolve. Each of these entities is a unique, mysterious statement that needs to be studied separately. In Magtymguly’s world, as every thing has a secret, so do the thoughts behind his verses. These thoughts are filled with questions about the secrets of the universe. The poet searches for himself. Despite being able to speak of eighteen thousand worlds, he hesitates to reveal his own story and show the realities within himself. Magtymguly seeks the secrets of the four elements of the universe. Indeed, humanity maintains its status with the beauty of its language and the level of its culture. This is also a characteristic in Magtymguly’s poetry.
Magtymguly Pyragy, the great son of the Turkmen people, is a personality who has contributed to the inclusion of Turkmen culture and literature among the developed nations of the world through his poetry.
Magtymguly is not only a figure to be studied in terms of literature but also scientifically. His creativity contains numerous new discoveries in science and spiritual realms. His creativity is not to be studied in just one or two centuries! Therefore, it is imperative to study it with scholars of nations that honor his work, ensuring that his canonical portrayal in art remains a memorable figure in Turkmen and world literature for millennia.
- On sekiz müň älem ählin bar eden Rebbim Jelil,
Dönderip dergähine hem zar eden Rebbim Jelil,
Gudratyndan Arş öýün dowwar eden Rebbim Jelil.
Haýbat ile farşny hemwar eden Rebbim Jelil!
Emr edip bir beýzeýi –enwar eden Rebbim Jelil!
Turkmen literature, including the literature of the broader Turkic-speaking peoples, is an inseparable part of this cultural heritage. The Turkmen people are one of the oldest branches of the Turkic and Turkic-speaking world, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that its roots are deeply entrenched. For this reason, the study of Turkmen literature and the works of its great and prominent representative, Magtymguly Pyragy, must primarily be conducted within the scope of Eastern literature.
Magtymguly Pyragy, whose poetry gained worldwide fame through its scientific foundation, has always been studied from both scientific and literary perspectives in our country. This is due to the people’s love for their spiritual heritage and the prominence of our scholarly poet on the global stage.
Under the guidance of our National Leader, Hero Arkadag, and the care of our esteemed President, a celebration dedicated to the scholarly poet Magtymguly Pyragy’s work has been organized in 2024. This event serves as a model of the respect shown to his works. The publication of his poems in numerous countries, the erection of statues in several places, and the translation of his poetry into various languages today signify the global acknowledgment of the scholarly poet’s poetry.
As the rightful owner of science-based poetry, Magtymguly Pyragy is undoubtedly a poet of all ages. His poems are filled with scientific inquiries. Studying his works from a scientific perspective allows us to uncover new meanings and content, provide evidence with scientific hypotheses, and explore the scientific theories alongside the treasures of Turkmen literature and language. We owe thanks to our National Leader, Hero Arkadag, and our esteemed President for creating such opportunities. May their efforts continue to prosper! The Turkmen people, who produced a great personality like Magtymguly Pyragy, today breathe the free air of independence. This is a source of pride for the Turkmen people who follow Magtymguly’s path!
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