OĞUZ KAĞAN’DA DERİN EKOLOJİ AÇISINDAN “HAYVAN VE İNSAN”
“ANIMAL AND HUMAN” IN TERMS OF DEEP ECOLOGY IN THE OGHUZ KAGAN EPIC

Summary/Abstract: The reality of mankind's destruction of nature, driven by a perception of dominance and entitlement, is universally acknowledged. Driven by the aspiration for uniqueness and supremacy, humanity has bolstered its desire to exert dominion over both living and non-living entities, asserting the right to dictate the existing order in the universe according to its whims. This distorted mindset has birthed an anthropocentric, alienating, and destructive force. This self-centered behavior of humanity has not only deprived future generations of their right to life but has also infringed upon the rights of other beings within the shared ecosystem, despite their lack of involvement in these actions. The evolving ecosystem, increasingly subjected to philosophical scrutiny today, encompasses humanity as an integral part and remains a sensitive issue central to contemporary reflection. Consequently, articles, books, papers, and other scientific works are continually being produced, while panels, symposiums, open sessions, and other scientific gatherings worldwide serve as platforms for discussion. Environmentalist initiatives organize actions accompanied by performances from diverse branches of science and art, aiming to liberate audiences from their passive roles in addressing environmental concerns. Environmental criticism, serving as a rebellion against the hierarchical structure imposed by humanity upon all beings and the resultant harm inflicted upon the universe, fundamentally embodies an environmental movement that acknowledges the equal value and necessity of all beings. Through various channels, it endeavors to propagate this awareness, advocating for the intrinsic worth of all life forms. Deep ecology transcends mere concern with the literary aspect of environmentalist action and the depiction of the universe in literary works. It delves into the various meanings ascribed to every object in the universe by literature, as well as the value and worthlessness attributed to these objects. In this study, which seeks to explore the question of whether Turkish people creations, including myths, epics, legends, and fairy tales, can be utilized within an environmental context, the Oghuz Khan Epic is examined from an ecocritical perspective.

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