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The Book of Dede Korkut is a collection of epic folk tales that narrate the lives, heroism, traditions, and moral values of the Oghuz Turks. Being anonymous, it serves as the most important transition work from the epic period to folk storytelling. It is written in a mixture of verse (poetry) and prose.
The struggle for life that Oghuz begs wage against infidel enemies, supernatural monsters (such as Tepegöz), and occasional internal ambitions and rebellions (the conflict between Inner Oghuz and Outer Oghuz) in order to survive, defend their honor, and protect their homeland.
Eastern Anatolia, Caucasus, Black Sea coasts, Inner and Outer Oguz lands; towering snow-capped mountains, raging rivers, and enemy infidel (Byzantine/Georgian) fortresses.
Legendary times not based on a specific historical year, where ancient shamanic nomadic Turkic beliefs are intertwined with elements of the newly established Islamic faith.
Epic, heroic, and occasionally tragic; it is centered on a sacred atmosphere where heroism, honor, and valor are held above all else, and where supernatural and divine touches are felt.
The perspective of the wise bard (Dede Korkut), who narrates events in an epic, musical, rhyming, and didactic language, and who 'names the boys and gives them their lineage.'
One cannot receive a name without demonstrating prowess by beheading a foe and shedding blood. Breaking a promise is the greatest shame. The prayers and curses of elders—such as Dede Korkut, or a mother and father—are immediately accepted. Supernatural events (the aid of Khidr, the Angel of Death taking a soul) are a natural part of life. Hubris is eventually punished by a divine blow.
The tribal/clan structure of the Oghuz Turks, a semi-nomadic warrior society. Although it appears to be a patriarchal order, it is a cultural basin where women (wives, mothers) can fight, have a say in inheritance, and are held in great respect; hospitality and valor are considered the highest values.
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Dede Korkut is the spiritual mentor of Salur Kazan, the lord of the Oghuz begs. Kazan Bey holds Dede Korkut in great respect and submits to his wisdom on the most critical issues and disputes.
Whenever major problems arise during the Outer Oghuz rebellion or infidel attacks, Kazan Bey always calls upon Dede Korkut to seek counsel.
While he is saddened by his son Uruz's lack of experience on the battlefield and looks down on him, Uruz yearns to prove himself. This relationship, which begins with conflict, turns into deep pride once the son proves his courage.
Kazan Bey weeping during a hunt because Uruz has not yet shed blood, and Uruz being taken captive in a later battle against the infidels and seeking to make a sacrifice for his father.
A passionate and powerful hierarchical bond based on deep respect and mutual regard. When the time comes, Burla Hatun is a warrior capable of saving Kazan Bey and is loyal enough to pay the heaviest prices to protect his honor.
Burla Hatun arming herself with a sword and facing the infidels herself during the crisis when Kazan was taken captive or when their tribe was raided.
Even though Dirse Han falls for the lies of envious men and shoots his son with an arrow, Boğaç Han harbors no resentment toward his father. Despite the father falling into a merciless trap, the son represents absolute obedience and forgiveness.
After being healed by the help of Khidr, Boğaç rushes to save his captured father from the hands of forty traitors.
Although they were betrothed in infancy, their love is cemented through trials of power and skill in the arena. The sixteen-year longing between them is overcome through their loyalty, and they are two heroic lovers who are each other's equal.
When Beyrek, in the guise of the Mad Bard (Deli Ozan), reveals his identity, he recalls the archery and wrestling matches they once held through poetry.
This relationship, which initially involves great hubris and arrogance, transforms into an understanding of human helplessness in the face of divine power, turning into fear and absolute submission.
Dumrul threatening Azrail with his sword and chasing him, but Azrail, taking the form of a pigeon, knocking him off his horse and pinning him down by his chest.
Despite growing up together sharing the same hearth (and being raised like lion cubs side by side), it transformed into a battle between good and evil. Basat puts an end to his milk brother who had thrown the Oghuz into mourning.
Basat refuses all the deceitful pleas of Tepegöz—whom he blinded by burning his single eye—such as 'we have made peace, do not do this, let us be brothers' in hopes of escaping, and cuts off his head.
The relationship, which began with a respectful kinship, turns into a deadly power struggle and rebellion due to the wounding of Aruz's pride. Aruz's ambition leads to the division of the Oghuz.
Aruz, the leader of the Outer Oghuz, rebelling because he was not invited to Salur Kazan's feast, declaring enmity against Salur Kazan, and killing Beyrek.
