Karagöz and Hacivat are traditional shadow puppet characters from Turkish folklore. They are central figures in a form of Turkish shadow theater that dates back to the 16th century. The name "Karagöz" means "black eye," which refers to the character's prominent features, while "Hacivat" is thought to derive from the Arabic word for "the educated" or perhaps from the name "Hacı İvaz," a historical figure.
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