Category: Tradition

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…
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….
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…
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…
Jashan-e Abanegan in Iran.
Jashan-e Abanegan: Waters of Time, Rivers of Memory
By Dr. Parisa Rahimian Professor of Ancient Iranian Studies University of Tehran On a crisp autumn morning in Aban month, as I walk through the courtyards of Tehran’s oldest houses, I can still hear the echoes of celebration from centuries…
Afro-Iranians
The Rich Tapestry of Afro-Iranian Heritage: A Personal Journey
As an Iranian historian with a passion for uncovering the lesser-known aspects of our nation’s diverse history, I’ve always been fascinated by the story of Afro-Iranians. It’s a tale that weaves through centuries, filled with struggle, resilience, and cultural fusion….
Assyrians
The Assyrians in Iran: A Historical and Cultural Tapestry
In the annals of human history, few tales are as enduring and poignant as that of the Assyrian people. Their story, woven into the very fabric of Iran’s rich tapestry, is one of resilience, faith, and cultural tenacity. As we…

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