Category: Culture

Batik in Eastern Azerbaijan
The Living Art of Batik in Eastern Azerbaijan: A Personal Journey Through Our Textile Heritage
By Dr. Fatemeh Ahmadi Professor of Textile History and Cultural Studies University of Tabriz In the narrow, winding alleys of Tabriz’s historic bazaar, where the echoes of centuries of commerce still resonate through ancient brick archways, I first encountered the…
Hamedan
Hamedan: The Heartbeat of Iranian Civilization
By Dr. Mehrdad Azizi Iranian Historical Studies Journal In the verdant embrace of the Zagros Mountains, where ancient whispers dance through wind-swept plains and time-honored stones, lies Hamedan—a city that is not merely a geographical location, but a living, breathing…
Kalash or Giveh (espadrille) of Kurdistan
Threads of Resistance: The Kalash of Kurdistan – More Than Just a Shoe
By Dr. Atousa Rezaii Iranian Cultural Studies Journal When I was a child, my grandfather would sit on our worn traditional carpet, carefully weaving a pair of Kalash – those iconic Kurdish espadrilles that have walked through centuries of history….
Belqeys Castle
Echoes of Stones: My Personal Expedition to Belqeys Castle
As I stand amidst the weathered stones of Belqeys Castle, the whispers of centuries past seem to dance around me, carrying tales of forgotten kingdoms, ancient struggles, and the indomitable spirit of a civilization that has endured through millennia. My…
Baran Khahi
The Ancient Ceremony of Baran Khahi: A Personal Journey Through Iran’s Rain Prayer Traditions
By Dr. Farzaneh Mohammadi Professor of Iranian Folk Studies University of Yazd As I stand in the ancient village of Abyaneh, watching elderly women prepare for the Baran Khahi ceremony, memories of my childhood in rural Isfahan flood back. The…
Yalda Night
Illuminating Parallels: Christmas and Yalda Night – A Journey Through Celestial and Cultural Intersections
By Dr. Reza Farahani, Cultural Historian and Comparative Mythologist Iranian Studies Journal, Winter Edition Introduction: Bridging Worlds Through Celebration In the rich tapestry of human cultural expression, few phenomena illuminate the profound interconnectedness of human experience as eloquently as seasonal…
Khatam
Khatam: The Intricate Symphony of Geometric Harmony and Cultural Memory
By Dr. Mehrdad Farrokh, Cultural Heritage Research Institute, Tehran In the delicate landscape of Persian decorative arts, where each brushstroke and carved line carries the whispers of centuries, Khatam stands as a profound testament to human creativity, patience, and spiritual…
Thanksgiving
Illuminating Traditions: A Comparative Exploration of Azargan and Thanksgiving – Harvest, Gratitude, and Cultural Symbolism
By Dr. Mehrdad RajaviIranian Cultural Studies Institute In the vast tapestry of human cultural expression, festivals serve as profound markers of collective memory, spiritual beliefs, and social cohesion. This comparative study examines two seemingly disparate yet remarkably resonant celebrations: the…
Ancient Iranian Philosophy
Ancient Iranian Philosophy: A Journey Through Time and Thought
By Dr. Farzin Mohammadi Professor of Ancient Iranian Studies, University of Isfahan As I sit in my study at Tehran University, surrounded by ancient texts and modern interpretations of Iran’s philosophical heritage, I am struck by how deeply our contemporary…
day of the dead
Cultural Convergence in Death Rituals: A Comparative Analysis of Halloween and Mazandaran’s Day of the Dead Traditions
By Dr. Sarah Henderson, Department of Near Eastern Studies, University of Michigan and Dr. Mohammad Rahimi, Department of Anthropology, University of Tehran The study of death rituals across cultures reveals fascinating parallels that transcend geographical and historical boundaries. While Halloween…

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