Ïrq bitig, the Book of Omens, is a literary work which drew attention of many scholars. Actually, in many respects it is a work imbued with cultural connotations which demand adequate scholarly interpretation. Until recently, however, many questions concerning the content, and even the exact date and provenance of Ïrq bitig, have remained rather obscure…
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