The study and reassessment of the legacy of the Great Steppe
Civilization are driving a new stage in the revival of spiritual values in the
Turkic world. Turkic countries now face the challenge of consolidating and
developing shared values in the contemporary era of globalization and
digitalization. Scholars from Turkic states gathered in Uzbekistan to discuss
joint initiatives and developments. The event was attended by over 300
researchers from 35 countries. They arrived at the International Congress «The
Heritage of Great Ancestors – the Foundation of the Third Renaissance.
«The renaissance of Turkic countries begins primarily with
our friendship and brotherhood, culture, language, and religion. Without
integrating these aspects, it is impossible to find a path to a common revival.
Therefore, I would say that the decisions made by the leaders of Turkic states
in this regard are highly relevant. Addressing the Turkic States Summit in
Astana, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the time of the Turkic world
has come. These are not mere words. We are witnessing the intensive development
of Turkic science—this is the century of Turkic science,» said Secretary
General of TURKSOY Sultan Raev.
The study of ancient manuscripts, documents, and
archaeological finds will facilitate a deeper exploration of the connections
between Turkic peoples and help identify pathways for cultural and spiritual
rapprochement. At the congress in Tashkent and Samarkand, regional scholars
shared their research findings and proposed specific avenues for collaboration.
«Dozens of manuscripts by Alisher Navoi are held in the
collections of the National Library of Kazakhstan. Around 20 lithographs,
printed in the publishing houses of St. Petersburg, Kazan and Tashkent, are
also preserved. The manuscripts and ancient books by Alisher Navoi stored in
Kazakhstan have not previously been included in any catalogues created by
Russian and Uzbek scholars. There is, of course, a need for joint study of
these documents, as this is a great field for cooperation between our researchers,»
said Gulshat Abikova, Head of the Rare Books and Manuscripts Service at the
National Library of Kazakhstan.
«Our institute houses several manuscripts and archival
materials in Persian related to the peoples of Central Asian countries. They
have not yet been translated and need to be studied. We can also share
information about sacred sites and architectural monuments in the region and
collaborate on their restoration,» said Zhomart Zhenis, Deputy Director of the Shokan
Ualikhanov Institute of History and Ethnology.
During the congress, around 35 memoranda were signed, aimed
at reviving the historical and cultural heritage of the Turkic world. The
parties also agreed on 150 joint projects, with plans to involve around one
thousand scholars from across the globe for their implementation.
Editor: Гайни Жумабек
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