THE HISTORICAL ROLE AND SPIRITUAL LEGACY OF TILAB MAHMUDOV IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF NATIONAL AESTHETICS

This article examines the historical role and spiritual legacy of Tilab Mahmudov in the development of national aesthetics in Uzbekistan. Particular attention is paid to his contribution to the theoretical foundations of aesthetic thought, his philosophical interpretation of beauty, art, spirituality, and national cultural values. The study considers Mahmudov's scholarly and creative activities as an important stage in the development of Uzbek aesthetic philosophy. His works demonstrate the close relationship between artistic expression, human consciousness, moral values, and the spiritual life of society. The article also explores the contemporary significance of his intellectual heritage in preserving national cultural identity, developing aesthetic consciousness, and educating younger generations. It argues that Mahmudov's scholarly legacy represents an important intellectual resource for understanding the relationship between national and universal aesthetic values in the context of globalization.