Celebrated every year on March 20-21 around the world, Navruz marks the beginning of spring and the beginning of a new year. The word “Navruz” means “new day” when translated from Persian.
The roots of the Navruz holiday go back thousands of years, to ancient Iran. During the Sassanid era, that is, in the 3rd century BC, Navruz was celebrated as the first day of the year. On this day, kings received their kings, distributed gifts, released prisoners, and held general celebrations. Navruz symbolizes not only the awakening of nature, but also the spiritual renewal of people. On this holiday, people wish each other good, forgive old mistakes, and make intentions for new beginnings. Events such as national hashars and street cleaning held during the holiday strengthen social cohesion.
During the holidays, people decorate their homes to make them clean and beautiful, wear new clothes. Tables are filled with various national dishes. In Uzbekistan, it is especially traditional to prepare “sumalak”, and the process of preparing this dish and eating it together has become a special part of the holiday.
In conclusion, the holiday of Navruz is an important holiday that has been going on for a long time, celebrating the awakening of nature and the human spirit. It unites society, encourages goodness and prosperity. By celebrating Navruz every year, we respect our culture, traditions and glorify them for future generations.
The deep philosophical content of the holiday of Navruz reflects the desire of humanity to live in harmony with nature and society. This holiday also pursues important goals such as preserving national values, respecting the heritage of our ancestors and passing it on to future generations. The Uzbek people’s respect for Navruz once again confirms its historical roots and cultural significance.
Thus, Navruz is not only a celebration of the arrival of spring, but also an important day that expresses the spiritual wealth, unity and noble intentions of our people.
Nodira Jo’rayeva, 4th year student at Bukhara State Technical University
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