Ömrümiň manysynyň dowamaty – a treasure of generational upbringing
During the Era of Revival of the new epoch of the powerful state, every day is filled with feasts and holidays. The publication of the book «Ömrümiň manysynyň dowamaty», which is the continuation of the wonderful work of our Hero-Arkadag «Ömrümiň manysy» (“Meaning of my life”), was one of the unforgettable moments. As we know, the wonderful works of our Hero-Arkadag are the light of spiritual support for our people.
«Ömrümiň manysynyň dowamaty», this work is an expression of noble principles. As the National Leader of the Turkmen people noted, every person strives to decorate his life with meaning. In a new book, our honorable Arkadag reflects on this truth. Our Hero-Arkadag describes the events of his business trips and his meetings with prestigious political figures of the world with pleasant memories in his wonderful work. In this work, the events are described in a unique connection with the spiritual, cultural and political development of a person. Rather, this work is a guidebook on how to properly manage one’s life. In the first pages of the book, there is a question: «How do I imagine the future?», and our Hero-Arkadag answers it with the following words: «None of us have a separate destiny from the people. Our existence, our eternity, our greatness, and our completeness are connected with this country and our people. Indeed, these wise sentences are the words of the Esteemed President: «The Motherland is the Motherland only with the people! The state is a state only with the people!” finds its clear expression in the definition. At the core of these is unity.
In the work, the use of wise words of folklore, prominent personalities and philosophers of the past and their skillful expression, as well as the advices and opinions of our Hero-Arkadag, increase the value and importance of this book. This work serves as a training school for all of us.
As our Hero-Arkadag pointed out: "Turkmen youth are the future of an independent and eternal neutral state." There is great concern at the state level about the young generation in the country. The successful implementation of the state strategy in the field of youth policy in the country is a clear proof of this. This system focuses on improving our national legislation. At the 7th Congress of the Youth Organization of Turkmenistan named after Makhtumkuli, the President of Turkmenistan signed the Law of Turkmenistan "On State Policy on Youth" based on the proposals of the youth. The successful implementation of Turkmenistan's
national policy on youth under the leadership of the President of Turkmenistan creates great opportunities for young people to get a perfect education, work creatively, and serve the Motherland wholeheartedly.
Based on the legal status of permanent neutrality, our country is guided by the principles of promoting the development of peaceful, friendly and mutually advantageous relations with all countries of the world, including neighboring countries, by modernizing the work of the foreign policy system and diplomacy. As a clear proof of this, it is described in the «Ömrümiň manysynyň dowamaty» by our Hero-Arkadag: "Wishes for peace and kindness are reflected in the image of a dove taking an olive branch. The meaning of this image is mentioned in inscriptions of the 3rd century. The image of white dove, taken in a general sense, is considered to be a symbol from the supernatural, the kingdom of the universe. In the saying, "A bird cannot exist without wings, but a person can't have a dream", this character is compared to a person's dream.” That’s why our Motherland is also the homeland where dreams come true.
There is a saying among the people: “If you want to see your future, grow grain. If you want to see yourself ten years in the future, grow a garden. If you’re going to live a hundred years, raise a good generation.” Indeed, the source of perfection is upbringing. This work of our Hero-Arkadag is full of many interesting legends, stories, philosophical views, and advice related to upbringing. In the work, not only generational upbringing is described, but everything that occurs in the whole life of a person is connected with upbringing.
The main thing I want to tell from this work is the patriotic education. At the very core of human happiness is love for country. According to Eastern sages, it is enough to love one’s country to be happy. Because to love Motherland is to work hard for the peace, prosperity, purity, beauty and prosperity of this Motherland. The love of the country is inspired and enriched. With patriotism, countries become prosperous. According to the greatness of our love for the Motherland, the creative talent of person awakens and increases.
One of the legends describes such an event: one of the Turkmen commanders who was fighting on the battlefield was seriously wounded. This time, the wound of the commander, who used to stay on his feet and recover, did not heal with time. Various ointments have been prescribed, but it has not helped. Finally, the commander himself said: «Bring here the sand and water of my country!» «Motherland is a medicine for all diseases and a salve for the worst wounds». As he said, he was supported by the land of the Motherland.
He mixed a piece of sand with the water of his homeland and covered his wound with it. Soon he recovered from his wound and got back on his feet in good health. This commander is the Turkmen Sultan Jelaleddin. Such is the healing effect and miracle of the Motherland.
Love of the country is the essence of all good feelings. Love of the Motherland is what makes a person live freely and happily, ignites the hope of life in the womb, and motivates him to strive for progress and greater heights. In fact, to deeply understand the true meaning of all beauty and life, first of all, love of the Motherland is needed. We have no destiny apart from our Homeland. If the destiny of a nation is an inexhaustible work, each new generation fills its new pages with the great events of its time.
Such wonderful works of our National Leader give us strength and make us happy. Because the dreams of our Hero-Arkadag for the happiness of the people have been absorbed into each of them.
This wonderful work from the pen of our Hero-Arkadag will serve as a spiritual support and a guide for our people on the way to achieve great goals.
Taking this opportunity, we would like to express our deeply gratitude to our Hero-Arkadag, who is a model for us, and our Esteemed President who is leading the Turkmen people to a bright future.
I wish Esteemed President and Hero-Arkadag strong health, long life and success in all their undertakings.
Intizar TAGANNIYAZOVA,
the I year student of the faculty of
International Law
of the Institute of
International Relations
of the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan.