Turkic mythology is a system that is closely tied to the elements of nature as an inevitable result of the nomadic and transhumant lifestyle. At the center of this system is the Sun, the source of life. Who is Koyash? Koyash (Old Turkic: 𐰸𐰆𐰖𐱁),
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Kayra: The Creator God in Turkic Mythology
Turkic mythology has a rich infrastructure that spreads over a wide geography and interacts with many different cultures. Kayra, one of the greatest gods in this mythology, stands out as the creator of the universe, humans and other gods (except Tengri). He is the
Umay: Goddess of Fertility and Abundance in Turkic Mythology
Who is Umay? Umay (Old Turkic: 𐰆𐰢𐰖), one of the most important figures in Turkic mythology, is a goddess associated with abundance, protection, birth and fertility. Imay is also known as Imay Ece and Umay Ana (Mother Umay). In some sources, she is mentioned
Ülgen: God of Goodness in Turkic Mythology
Who is Ülgen? According to ancient Turkic belief, Ülgen (Old Turkic: 𐰈𐰞𐰏𐰅𐰣) is a god who provides order on earth and represents goodness. He is the son of the creator god Kayra, and therefore he is the brother of Erlik, the god of darkness.
Erlik: God of the Underworld in Turkic Mythology
Origin and Creation of Erlik Associated with darkness and chaos, the god of the underworld, Erlik (Old Turkic: 𐰀𐰼𐰠𐰃𐰚), also known as Erlik Khan, is one of the most powerful and fearsome beings in Turkic mythology. His father is Kayra, the god of creation,