ANALYSIS OF THE CHARACTER OF HASANXON IN THE VARIANTS OF THE EPIC “MALIKA AYYOR”

This article provides a comparative and textual analysis of the mythopoetic layer and the system of characters across different variants of the epic “Malika Ayyor”, which belongs to the “Gorgoli” epic cycle. The study explores the epic nature of the mysterious character Shozargar, who actively participates in the plot, alongside his characteristics of metamorphosis (transformation). Through a comparative investigation with other related epics in the cycle and the mythology of the artisan-master cult, the study scientifically demonstrates that the persona of Hasanxon—one of the fundamental heroes of the “Gorgoli” cycle—lies directly beneath this character as his artistic transfiguration. Furthermore, the article uncovers the evolution, transformation, and laws of epic syncretism regarding this character's functions within the variants performed by Fozil Yuldosh ogli, Melash bakhshi, Yorlaqab bakhshi, and Togay shoir

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