THE HARMONY OF NATURE AND CIVILIZATION IN CONTACTS WITH ANCIENT TURKISH MYTHOLOGY

Abstract

Since ancient times, human's attitude toward nature has been shaped throughout many ages. These relationships have occasionally developed both positive and bad facets, giving him distinct perspectives on the world. During the initial contacts, the mythological system of thought was heavily influenced by the attitude toward nature. These relationships are still relevant now since they have always been retained in the ethnos' memory and way of life. The Nevruz holiday is one image that has managed to maintain its currentness. Another celebration that symbolizes the harmony of nature and society is Nevruz. The substitution of spring for winter and the resulting interpretation of creation, death, and resur­rection played a significant role in the early gatherings. In addition to nature, individuals also feel this rejuvenation on this holiday by incorporating nature into their daily lives. The final Charshanba is dedicated to cleaning the door, changing clothes, making amends with the spirit, remembering the ancestors, and reviving oneself in nature. Up until the final Charshanba, it is also held on the other Charshanba.In accordance with the four elements of nature—fire, air, earth, and water – ceremonies and festivities are held on Charshanbanights. Additionally, bonfires are lighted and specific ceremonies and rituals are carried out every Charshanba. In a mythical sense, nature was rejuvenated last Charshanbanight as the new year began. In the old Turkish mythical thought system, Nevruz is often seen as an event that signifies the restoration of creation and order through the death and resurrection of nature, which occurs within a sacred time period. All of these occur in ancient Turkish mythological gatherings where nature and society are united.