SPIRITUAL AND MORAL EDUCATION OF ADOLESCENTS THROUGH THE ETHNO-CULTURAL VALUES IN CHINGIZ AITMATOV’S WORKS
Keywords:
Chingiz Aitmatov, spiritual education, ethical values, ethno-cultural traditions, adolescent development, moral dilemmas, folklore, literature.Abstract
Chingiz Aitmatov, a prominent Kyrgyz writer, explores profound spiritual and moral themes in his literary works, drawing from rich ethno-cultural traditions. His novels and stories serve as valuable tools for the moral and ethical education of adolescents, emphasizing universal values such as honesty, compassion, respect for nature, and cultural heritage. This article examines how Aitmatov’s works, including The Day Lasts More Than a Hundred Years, Jamila, and The White Ship, incorporate traditional wisdom and folklore to instill ethical consciousness in young readers. By analyzing key motifs such as man’s relationship with nature, ancestral memory, and moral dilemmas, this study highlights the pedagogical potential of Aitmatov’s literature in shaping the spiritual development of adolescents.
References
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