MYTHOLOGICAL CHARACTERS IN THE EPIC “ER TOSHTUK”

Abstract

The article examines the mythological characters in the Kyrgyz epic “Er Toshtuk”. The purpose of the work is to highlight demonological characters in the Kyrgyz epic and to study the features of the epic genre, which is a current trend in modern Kyrgyz folklore. The mythological characters of the Kyrgyz epic under consideration make it possible to trace the process of the emergence and formation of the epic, which originates from the mythical ideas of ancient communities. The analysis system in the study includes the images of the dragon, Alp kara kush, Kökdöyo, Seven-headed witch, One-eyed giant (Cyclopus), Choyunkulak. All of the above-mentioned images of negative characters are explored simultaneously with the sequential movement of the plot. Particular emphasis is placed on the genetic connections of the epic in the reflection of mythological images, and the gradual transformation in the process of their long existence is also emphasized.