LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION CULTURE IN ALISHER NAVOI’S “MAHBUB UL-QULUB”

Abstract

This article analyzes the issues of language and communication presented in the “Mahbub ul-qulub” by Alisher Navoiy. In the work, language is interpreted as the main means of expressing a person’s inner world, and its correct and appropriate use is considered an important moral criterion. The author emphasizes that speech should be truthful, concise, and meaningful, while strongly criticizing negative traits such as excessive talkativeness, lying, and speaking ill of others. Furthermore, special attention is given to the culture of communication, highlighting that a person’s position in society depends on their manners, politeness, and interactions with others. Navoiy stresses the importance of controlling one’s speech, keeping secrets, and thinking carefully before speaking. The study concludes that in “Mahbub ul-qulub,” language and communication are regarded as key factors in personal development and social relationships.