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: The body of a high-quality bağlama is typically carved from mulberry wood. Folklore suggests the tree "absorbs the sounds of birds" while growing, which later manifests as the instrument's unique resonance.

: Traditions hold that the first mulberry tree in Anatolia grew from a burnt branch thrown by Hoca Ahmet Yesevi, marking the location of sacred dervish lodges. Huseyin Balli Dut Agaci

: In broader Turkic musicology, the mulberry is essential for the construction of the tambur , valued for its durability and acoustic properties. 4. Literary Context : The body of a high-quality bağlama is

In Alevi-Bektashi tradition, the mulberry tree is considered the "spirit of the house" and a symbol of peace and abundance. : In broader Turkic musicology, the mulberry is

: Artists like Hüseyin Balcı (often confused with Ballı) have written poems titled or featuring the mulberry tree as a backdrop for memory and longing.

The Symbolism of the Mulberry Tree in the Context of Hüseyin Ballı 1. Introduction

The mulberry tree ( Dut Ağacı ) holds a sacred and functional place in Turkish and Cypriot folk culture. For artists like , a Cypriot musician and administrator, such symbols often represent deep-rooted traditions, ranging from the material used to craft musical instruments to the spiritual "soul" of a home. 2. Cultural and Spiritual Significance