The article considers the reflection of epic genres of folklore in the creative credo of Eldar Bakhish among the poets who turned to folklore after the 70s of the XX century, as well as the method of using forms of lyrical type with a peculiar style of philosophical omprehension, simple and clear language. The field of the poet’s creativity, both poetry and prose, generally merges with the spirit of folklore, with folk thinking. This is due to his attachment to his root, national spirit and spiritual memory. The transformation of traditional images from folklore into the writer’s artistic heritage is an indicator of the unity of the past and the present.