The 585th Anniversary of Alisher Navoi’s Birth Is Widely Celebrated
2026-02-09 09:25:00 / Spirituality and enlightenment
Today, across Uzbekistan and in many parts of the world, the 585th anniversary of the birth of the great thinker, poet, and statesman Alisher Navoi is being widely celebrated.
Alisher Navoi — a prominent figure of Uzbek literature and culture
Navoi is remembered in history not only as a great poet but also as an outstanding figure who made an invaluable contribution to the development of literature and culture. His works call humanity to kindness, enlightenment, patriotism, and compassion.
Each year, in accordance with tradition, various scientific conferences, literary evenings, theatrical performances, and reading competitions are held in honor of Navoi’s birthday. At the same time, his creative legacy is widely studied and translated at the international level.
The works of Alisher Navoi have preserved their significance over the centuries and continue to serve as a source of spiritual and moral inspiration for future generations. His epic work Khamsa rightfully occupies a distinguished place among the masterpieces of world literature.
This auspicious date offers all of us an opportunity to further strengthen our respect for literature, enlightenment, and national values.