An Ethnographic Analysis of the Religious and Mystical Healing Functions of Traditional Clothing of Khorezm

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December 26, 2025

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This article examines healing practices embedded in the traditional clothing of the Khorezm population, an inseparable part of the Uzbek nation. These practices are reflected in garment cuts, as well as in geometric forms containing various prayers and Qur’anic verses. The study highlights the religious-mystical meanings encoded in clothing elements and their role in traditional healing practices.