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The name of Tukay means a whole epoch in the intellectual development of the Tatar people, its literature, art and the whole culture making....

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Gabdulla Tukay The Prophet

When Allah chose me as a prophet who will teach His word, I took it as a bond that I’ll never breach. I am his humble servant, time has come to preach Eternal truths, good...

Gabdulla Tukay Some People Like…

Someone likes winter, but the freezing cold Makes poor people shiver, both young and old. And others like summer, its beauty and grace… But what about those who don’t have a place To hide from...

Gabdulla Tukay The Field in Winter

The field is covered with a blanket of snow, The earth is asleep, spring postpones her show. All nature will sleep yet another cold month, Waiting till winter surrenders to warmth. Green grass under ice...

Gabdulla Tukay The Crescent and the Sun

There is a golden cradle in the Himalayan heights, The one who sleeps in it is guarded through the night. When the Sun is rising, the Wind is already there Praising the Sun’s entrance, the...

Gabdulla Tukay My Village

Up on the hill, is my village, my aul, There is a creek, with water pure and cool. I feel its taste, I know its every part, I love this place with all my soul...

Gabdulla Tukay Kitap

In those moments when my spirit is low, I hate myself, I feel nothing but sorrow. With pangs of remorse I look for a place, Where I could peace and comfort embrace. I’m in a...

Gabdulla Tukay To a Child

Shurales and genies – there is nothing to fear, They are not for real, they’ll never appear. In old times people believed in shurales, But we know now those were just folk tales. For imaginary...

Gabdulla Tukay Birds

Foolish birds, let me staunch your fear, No need to panic while I’m standing near. I enjoy the language of these birds, Lord has made them sing without words. Sing your tunes, don’t fly away...

Gabdulla Tukay The Swallow

A swallow by my window is building a nest, Carrying branches for it, not knowing rest. She endlessly brings twigs of wood and clay, Putting love and hard work in it day after day. So...

Gabdulla Tukay Evening in Winter

I like to watch the kids on winter nights at home, The house is warm, they’re sitting by the stove. The kids are joyful, one next to the other, And nothing makes them sad and...