The lecture on Hodja Nasreddin reveals a whole world of Eastern wisdom, irony, and human observation behind the well-known folklore figure. Through the books of Leonid Solovyov and the cultural context of the era, the discussion will show why this hero remains alive, charming, and understandable to readers of different ages even today. The image of Hodja Nasreddin has long transcended folklore and has become one of those cultural figures that continue to live in memory due to a unique combination of humor, common sense, and hidden philosophical depth. At first glance, his stories seem light, almost mundane, but therein lies their strength: behind simple words and paradoxical situations often lie precise observations about humanity, power, foolishness, freedom, and the ability to maintain dignity in various circumstances. This lecture offers a look at the figure of Nasreddin through a literary and historical context. The focus will be on the Stalinist era, when the theme of the East occupied a significant place in the cultural life of the country. During this time, scientific expeditions were conducted in Asian regions, artists went on creative trips, and key texts of Eastern literature were actively translated - from "One Thousand and One Nights" to Omar Khayyam and Ferdowsi. Against this backdrop, it is particularly interesting to understand why there was an increased interest in national heroes of the Asian republics at that time and what role the works of Leonid Solovyov about the legendary Nasreddin played in this process. The conversation about how the writer approached the Eastern theme and what the secret of the appeal of the character he created adds special value to the meeting. Nasreddin in Solovyov's literary processing is not only a resourceful jester but also a character through whom one can speak about freedom of thought, human cunning, justice, and the ability to withstand pressure through words and irony. That is why the stories about him captivate both children and adults alike: everyone finds their own level of meaning in them, from amusing plots to almost.