THE MEANING OF SYMBOL IN THE INTERPRETATION OF LITERARY TEXT

Abstract

The article presents an analysis of the meaning of symbol in the interpretation of literary text. The key aspects of symbolic representation, its role in a work of art and the interaction of the symbol with other components of the text are considered. Symbol acts as a polysemantic and multi-layered category that unites various aspects of being, consciousness and culture, and serves as the main mechanism for conveying deep aesthetic and moral meanings. The article analyzes the interaction of symbol with archetypal, cultural and individual structures, emphasizing its ability to reveal hidden aspects of the psyche and worldview of both the author and the perceiver. The author also considers the dynamic nature of the symbol, its dependence on the context and role in constructing a holistic image of the work. The process of interpreting a symbol, which requires taking into account multiple levels of meaning and the active participation of the reader, is studied, and the importance of the symbol as an element of humanitarian and mental experience is considered. It is emphasized that symbols not only structure the artistic world, but also become the main tool for understanding mental processes that reflect the inner world of the author and the cultural reality of the time.