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Shahnameh
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Siavash
Read more: SiavashThe story of Siavash in the Shahnameh, penned by Ferdowsi, begins with his birth to a woman who becomes the wife of Kay Kavus, the king of Iran. However, astrologers and soothsayers predict a dark and troubled fate for the handsome Siavash, which deeply disturbs Kay Kavus. Soon after, Rostam, the noble warrior, approaches the king and…
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Rostam – Persian Literary Characters
Read more: Rostam – Persian Literary CharactersContinuing our journey through Persian literary icons, leading up to the release of our translated poetry collection, today we spotlight one of the most formidable heroes in Persian mythology: Rostam. Rostam is the central hero of the Shahnameh, the epic masterpiece composed by the 10th-century Persian poet Ferdowsi. As the strongest and most revered warrior…