ZULFIYA'S "CRIES": THE RIVER OF LOVE AND THE PHILOSOPHY OF LOST FIDELITY

This article examines the oeuvre of Zulfiya, one of the great figures of 20th-century Uzbek literature, from the perspective of the deep spiritual bonds between the human heart and love. Through her works dedicated to the memory of Hamid Olimjon, the poet’s embodiment of fidelity and devotion, the idea of love’s eternity is analyzed. In the symbols of separation and longing, the profound philosophy of human emotions is explored. The depictions of love in Zulfiya’s poems are not merely lyrical experiences but serve as a mirror reflecting the nation’s spiritual awakening and human values. The article reveals the vital lessons of the poet’s legacy in the current era of global crisis in human relationships and spiritual renewal.