REFLECTION OF STOIC PHILOSOPHY IN TRANSLATION: ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE WORK OF MARCUS AURELIUS "MEDITATION"

This article examines the translation of Marcus Aurelius’ Meditations from English into Uzbek, focusing on the philosophical, linguistic, and cultural challenges that arise during the process. The study aims to identify how Stoic concepts such as virtue, reason, and nature can be effectively rendered in the Uzbek language while maintaining the reflective tone of the original text. Using a comparative analysis of selected passages and applying translation theories such as dynamic equivalence and domestication versus foreignization, the paper explores strategies for achieving balance between accuracy and naturalness. The findings reveal that philosophical translation requires not only linguistic skill but also deep cultural sensitivity to convey the essence of Stoicism in a way that resonates with modern Uzbek readers.