Qizlar tarbiyasi

What knowledge is necessary for girls to fulfill their roles with dignity, manage household tasks systematically, and embrace the responsibilities of motherhood and womanhood? These questions are addressed in the notable book "Qizlar Tarbiyasi" by the esteemed Turkish scholar and educator Aliy Nazimo, who lived during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Aliy Nazimo was a prolific figure, having authored over sixty textbooks and reading materials for primary and secondary schools. His works include the three-volume "Idmon" on alphabets and reading, "O'quv" and "Ilovali risolayi ahloq" on spelling and ethics, and several significant texts in Turkish, Arabic, Persian, and French. Many of his publications gained considerable recognition in Central Asia and were utilized as educational material in schools and madrasas, with some even published in Tashkent.

His work "Ta'lim-i Banot," aimed at moral education for young girls, is planned to comprise five volumes, of which only three have been published. The first two books serve as foundational readers for schoolgirls, containing moral stories and basic scientific knowledge. The third book is dedicated to essential household skills for women, covering areas such as etiquette, cleanliness, sewing, cooking, healthcare, caregiving for the sick, and hospitality.

It is emphasized that mastering these skills from a young age is not only a duty for every girl but also an invaluable asset for community well-being. The more proficiently they learn to carry out these noble responsibilities, the more deserving of praise their mothers and educators become.

The third book of "Ta'lim-i Banot" was translated into old Tatar by the prominent Tatar scholar and educator Faxru-l-Banot Sig'batulloh qizi, who adapted certain passages to better align with local customs and climatic conditions, retitling it as "Qizlar Tarbiyasi." Faxru-l-Banot is also known for her significant works "Oila Saboqlari" and "Irshod yoki Ko'zgu."

This translated work was first published in 1907 in Orenburg by Muhammad Fotih Karimiy and quickly saw a reprint shortly thereafter. Although some portions of this work may not align perfectly with contemporary values, it remains a vital educational resource that holds substantial relevance for both mothers and daughters today.

Author: Aliy Nazimo