Türk ve Arap Şiirinde Anka Kuşu Motifine Batı Etkisi: Karşılaştırmalı Bir İnceleme

Abstract

This article conducts a comparative analysis of the Phoenix motif in Turkish and Arabic poetry, focusing on how Western literary traditions have influenced its evolution and manifestation. The Phoenix motif, a potent symbol of rebirth and transformation, is a key area of study within these distinct but intersecting literary traditions. This research’s purpose is to identify and compare the historical, cultural, and political factors that have shaped the motif’s use and evolution within each context. Employing a comparative methodology, the research dissects the multi-layered influences of Western literary traditions on the Phoenix motif’s use in these two vibrant poetry traditions. This examination has a broad scope, spanning centuries of Turkish and Arabic poetry, and it seeks to underscore the importance of cross-cultural literary influences in shaping poetic motifs. The aim of this research is to deepen our understanding of how a shared symbol, such as the Phoenix, can diverge in meaning and usage due to varying cultural and literary contexts, demonstrating the richness and complexity of these poetic traditions. Through its exploration, this paper contributes significantly to our knowledge of the interconnectedness of world literary traditions and their capacity for cross-cultural symbiosis.