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Tag Archives: Iran
Zoroastrian Towers of Silence
The Zoroastrian exposure burial that predates the Tibetan sky burial
The tradition of sky burials, in which a human corpse is brought to a mountaintop to decompose by exposure to the elements and carrion birds, is practiced in Mongolia, Tibet, Qinghai, Sichuan, Bhutan and parts of India. The Tibetan sky burial … Continue reading
The Tomb of Poets in Maqbaratol Shoara, Iran
An astounding resting place for the creatives of Iran
Mystics, scholars, poets — it seems that all of Iran’s esteemed creatives end up at the Maqbaratol Shoara mausoleum, otherwise known as “The Tomb of Poets.” The mausoleum has welcomed everyone from Asadi Tusi (in 1079), the very father of … Continue reading
Funeral Rites in Ancient Iran
The ancient funeral rituals involved a unique tie to the New Year
Early Indo-Iranians, the group of people residing in present-day Iran, or ancient Mesopotamia, before the third century B.C.E., held beliefs and rituals surrounding death that involved a unique tie to the New Year.
Traditional Iranian Memorial
Information and Details Behind a Traditional Islamic Iranian Memorial Service
A comparison is made between traditional vs. contemporary Iranian memorial services and the details of a traditional Iranian memorial service is discussed. Continue reading
A Glimpse into Contemporary Iranian Passing
Remembrance events in modern Iranian culture
As an Iranian-American, I spent the first five years of my life in Tehran before moving permanently to the US. I have experienced both the traditional Islamic Iranian funeral in Iran and the contemporary ceremony in America. Despite the fact … Continue reading
Posted in Cultural Perspectives
Tagged Death ceremony, end-of-life, Iran, Iranian Americans, Life Celebrations, Middle East, Persian culture, Remembrance
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A Look into Baha’i Faith Burial Rites
And the Controversy that Surrounds them in Iran
The Bahá’í Faith is a monotheistic religion founded in 19th-century Persia which emphasizes the spiritual unity of humankind. An estimated 5 to 6 million Bahá’ís live in more than 200 countries around the world.
