THE PRESENCE OF PERSIAN CALQUE IN THE WORK OF KUTADGU BILIG BY YUSUF KHOS KHAJIB

Abstract

This article explores the influence of Persian language and culture on the text, focusing on the use of calque and its impact on the overall meaning and interpretation of the work. Through a thorough analysis of the text, the article identifies and discusses various instances of Persian calque in "Kutadgu Bilig". Examples of calque are provided, highlighting their significance in shaping the linguistic and cultural landscape of the work. The article also explores the reasons behind the incorporation of Persian calque, such as the historical and cultural context of the time when the work was written.

The findings of this study contribute to a deeper understanding of the linguistic and cultural influences on "Kutadgu Bilig" and shed light on the broader literary and historical context in which the work was created. By examining the presence of Persian calques in "Kutadgu Bilig," this article aims to unravel the intricate relationship between the Turkic and Persian languages during the time of its composition. It seeks to analyze the linguistic, cultural, and historical factors that led to the inclusion of these calques and their impact on the overall narrative and themes of the work.

Keywords

Calques, context, religion