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The Rostam-e Dastan action figure—inspired by the renowned hero and legendary champion from Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh—is an artistic creation by the "Sarzamin-e Madari" (Homeland) group. Produced using 3D printing technology and finished with hand-painting, this piece faithfully recreates the appearance and intricate details of the Shahnameh's great hero. It serves as a valuable choice for enthusiasts of Iranian mythology, the Shahnameh, and collectors of items related to Iranian culture and art. The figure is crafted from resin and hand-painted with acrylics, lending it a distinct, artistic quality. Furthermore, Rostam’s mace, sword, and bow are detachable, allowing the figure to be displayed in various poses.
"The Illustrated History of Ancient Iran" chronicles the story and destiny of the Iranian people from the dawn of human presence on this land to the rise of Islam. The timeframe covered spans from 620 million years ago to 651 CE. It traces the geological formation of the Iranian landmass—from the movement of tectonic plates to the shaping of the territory—and moves through the Paleolithic era and the emergence of early humans, the advent of village life and the agricultural revolution, and the establishment of early polities. It details the advancements of the Iranian people across the Neolithic, Chalcolithic, Bronze, and Iron Ages, as well as the rise of major powers like Elam, the migration of the Aryans, the Median tribal confederation, the rise of Cyrus the Great and the founding of the Persian Empire, Achaemenid imperial rule, the invasion of Alexander the Great, the Greek presence in Iran, Iranian resistance, the emergence of the Parthian Empire, the six-century-long wars with Rome, the rise of Ardashir Babakan, the reforms of Anushirvan, and finally, the civil war and the fall of the Sassanids. Comprising four volumes, the set contains 1,208 pages, 920,680 words of text, 3,844 photographs, and 152 maps. Integrating history, archaeology, and art, the books feature reconstructions of 105 historical figures, 57 ancient monuments, and four complete sets of period-specific attire. This collection is ideal for those with a keen interest in understanding their own identity.
Pariya Madadi, a child from Tabriz, performing a reading from the Shahnameh at the weekly Shahnameh-reading sessions held by the Iranology Foundation of East Azerbaijan.
Monday, 6 Mehr 1405
Know that Iran is my seat,
And the entire world lies beneath my command.
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Shahnameh: The Epic of the Persian Kings
By Abolqasem Ferdowsi
Illustrated and produced by Hamid Rahmanian | Translated by Ahmad Sadri
This new edition of the thousand-year-old classic work by Ferdowsi, one of Iran's greatest poets, is a prose translation of the national epic. It is fully illuminated with over 500 pages of lavish illustrations.
The relief of Ardashir Babakan's victory over Ardavan V of Parthia is one of the most prominent historical monuments related to the beginning of the Sasanian rule, located in the Rajab relief, near Persepolis (Fars Province). This relief depicts a scene of the battle and victory of Ardashir Babakan, the founder of the Sasanian dynasty, over the last Parthian king, Ardavan V. In this work, Ardashir is riding a horse and attacking Ardavan; while Ardavan is also riding, holding a sword, but in a position of defeat. In the same image, Ahura Mazda also gives Ardashir a royal crown, which is a symbol of the divine legitimacy of his rule.
This relief is not only an outstanding work of art from the Sasanian period, but also a visual document of the transfer of power from the Parthians to the Sasanians and emphasizes the heavenly support of the new monarchy. Visual elements such as military attire, decorated horses, and ritual symbols represent the splendor and power of the Sasanian monarchy and the outstanding art of stone carving of that period. This painting, along with other works such as Naqsh-e Rajab and Naqsh-e Rustam, forms part of the Sasanian pictorial heritage that well narrates the political and cultural transformation of that era.
 This work serves as a clear guide on how to teach the Shahnameh; it addresses both the rationale and the methodology of this process while featuring selected verses and stories tailored to the 10–17 age group |
Reading the Shahnameh with Children: A Guide for Parents and Educators by Javad Ranjbar Derakhshilar |
As part of the ongoing weekly Shahnameh reading sessions organized by the Iranology Foundation of East Azerbaijan (Tabriz), another gathering will be held featuring a recitation of excerpts from the *Kārnāmag-ī Ardašīr-ī Pābagān* (The Book of the Deeds of Ardashir, Son of Babak), presented by Dr. Leili Khabbazi—a scholar specializing in the culture and languages of ancient Persia.
Attending this gathering of wisdom serves as a celebration honoring the roots and enduring splendor of Iran's history.
