ALISHER NAVOIY IJODIDA NIZOMIY VA JOMIY TA’SIRI

Abstract

In Alisher Navoi's (1441–1501) creative heritage, the influence of Persian classical literature representatives – Nizami Ganjavi (1141–1209) and Abdurahman Jami (1414–1492) – is profound and multifaceted. Nizami's primary impact manifests in Navoi's "Khamsa", where he adopted the genre of Nizami's "Khamsa" (five masnavis), adapting plots and forms to Chagatai language, while introducing new interpretations in socio-philosophical content, character portrayal, and moral orientation. Jami, as Navoi's mentor and close friend, directly influenced his poetic style, Sufi views, and creative method. Navoi translated Jami's "Nafahat ul-Uns" into Chagatai as "Nasayim ul-Muhabbat" and dedicated "Khamsat ul-Mutahayyirin" to his teacher. The study demonstrates how these influences were creatively reworked and enriched with innovations, contributing to the rise of Chagatai literature.