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Welcome to the world of Huta Gagua (ხუტა გაგუა, Хута Гагуа), a beloved Georgian poet whose words have captivated hearts since his first publication in 1955. Born on August 10, 1935, in the serene village of Babushara, Abkhazia, Huta’s life is a testament to the power of poetry to reflect nature, culture, and the human spirit.
Huta’s journey began with early poems that caught the literary world’s attention, leading him to graduate from the Maxim Gorky Literature Institute in Moscow in 1963. His career flourished with roles like Secretary of the Writers’ Union of Abkhazia from 1974 to 1976, where he championed Georgian literature. His works, including Silence (Безмолвие), Moment (Мгновение), and Lyrics (ლირიკა), blend vivid imagery with philosophical depth, earning him the 1983 Writers’ Union of Georgia Prize and the 1988 Council of Ministers Prize.
Living in Moscow, Huta remains connected to his roots, often drawing inspiration from Abkhazia’s landscapes during visits with friends like Ushangi Rizhinashvili. His poetry, praised by peers like Yuri Kuznetsov for lines like “Light of the shepherd, pierced by light,” continues to inspire songs and translations worldwide.
Explore his life, works, and the joy his poetry brings to readers everywhere
On April 9, 1985, a significant creative meeting of Georgian literary giants Khuta Gagua, Mzia Khetaguri, and Dzhansug Charkviani was captured by photographer Nikolay Kochnev in Moscow. Preserved in the Nikolai Kochev Archive, this moment highlights their collaboration, blending poetic traditions with cultural pride. Gagua, born Abkhazia, enriched Georgian literature with works like Silence (Безмолвие), merging realism and romanticism. His vivid imagery, earning him the 1983 Writers’ Union Prize, inspires globally. Khetaguri’s role hints at a supportive literary presence, while Charkviani’s patriotic poetry, like Sun Goes, adds depth.
Official Family Statement on the Passing of Huta Gagua
It is with profound sorrow that we, the family of Huta Gagua—sons Irakli Gagua, Sandro Gagua, Levan Gagua, and daughter Nasi Gagua—announce the passing of our beloved father on August 20, 2025. A celebrated Georgian poet, Huta left an indelible mark on literature.
Born on August 10, 1935, in Babushara, Abkhazia, Huta began publishing poetry in 1955 and graduated from the Maxim Gorky Literature Institute in 1963. His works, including Silence (Безмолвие) and Lyrics (ლირიკა), earned him the 1983 Writers’ Union of Georgia Prize and the 1988 Council of Ministers Prize. Since 1995, he has lived in Tampere, Finland, actively engaging in local Orthodox church life. His legacy of blending Georgian poetic traditions will endure. He found peace in Finland and was devoted to God.
We extend our gratitude for the love and support shown to Huta throughout his life. Details of memorial services will follow.