Category: History

Zahhak
Zahhak: Embodiment of Evil in Iranian Mythological Tradition
By Dr. Farhad Mirza-Hosseini Iranian Studies Department, University of Tehran In the vast tapestry of Iranian mythology, few figures loom as large or cast as dark a shadow as Zahhak (Aži Dahāka). This thousand-year-old tale, preserved in both Zoroastrian religious…
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…
Rabia Balkhi.
Rabia Balkhi: The Radiant Flame of Medieval Persian Poetry
A Scholarly Reflection on a Legendary Poet’s Life and Legacy In the vast and intricate landscape of Persian literary history, where poetry flows like the ancient rivers of Khorasan, few names shimmer with the intensity and mystique of Rabia Balkhi….
Shahr-e Sukhteh
Shahr-e Sukhteh: A Window into Iran’s Ancient Urban Civilization
By Dr. Fereshteh Ahmadi Department of Archaeological Studies University of Kerman When I first set foot in Shahr-e Sukhteh (The Burnt City) nearly two decades ago, I was struck by an overwhelming sense of connection to our ancient past. Here,…
Shapur (Middle Persian: 𐭱𐭧𐭯𐭥𐭧𐭥𐭩)
Echoes of Destiny: Prince Shapur and the Twilight of Persis
By Dr. Reza Mehraban, Institute of Iranian Historical Studies In the profound tapestry of Iranian historical consciousness, certain figures emerge not merely as transient actors but as pivotal avatars of transformation—bridges between epochs, harbingers of monumental change. Among such luminaries…
Baba Tahir
Baba Tahir: The Ethereal Poet of Hamadan’s Mystical Landscape
A Biographical Meditation on an Enigmatic Dervish Poet In the resplendent tapestry of Iranian intellectual and spiritual history, few figures shimmer with the mystical luminescence of Baba Tahir Oryan Hamadani—a poet whose verses transcend the mundane boundaries of language and…
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…
Mirza Kuchik Khan
Mirza Kuchik Khan: Champion of Iranian Independence and Social Justice
By Dr. Hassan Mohammadi Department of Modern Iranian History University of Tehran In the tumultuous landscape of early 20th century Iran, few figures embody the complexities of nationalism, modernization, and social justice as powerfully as Mirza Kuchik Khan. As 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…

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