Explore the iconic poetry of Ferdowsi, the renowned Persian poet behind the epic "Shahnameh," in both English and Farsi

Abu'l-Qâsem Ferdowsi Tusi (also Firdawsi, [2] Persian: ابوالقاسم فردوسی توسی; 940 – 1019/1025) [3] was a Persian [4][5] poet and the author of Shahnameh ("Book of Kings"), which is one of the world's longest epic poems created by a single poet, and the greatest epic of …

2025年1月20日 · Ferdowsi’s poems are best known for their epic style and deep connection to Iranian culture and history. His masterpiece, the Shahnameh, is a monumental work of some 60,000 verses that tells the story of the kings, heroes, and myths of ancient Iran.

Born in 940 AD in the city of Tus, in present-day Iran, Ferdowsi wrote the monumental Persian epic, Shahnameh (Book of Kings). In this article, we will explore the enchanting world of Ferdowsi poems, delving into his life, his masterpiece, and showcasing some of …

A collection of poems by Persian poet Ferdowsi (935-1020).

The Shāhnāmeh is composed of nearly 60,000 rhyming couplets, making it one of the longest epic poems in world history. It took Ferdowsi 30 years and numerous rewrites to complete, with sections of the epic based on the earlier Khwadāy-nāmag written in Pahlavi, as well as some verses taken from the work of the poet Daqiqi.

Ferdowsī (born c. 935, near Ṭūs, Iran—died c. 1020–26, Ṭūs) was a Persian poet, author of the Shāh-nāmeh (“Book of Kings”), the Persian national epic, to which he gave a final and enduring form, although he based his poem mainly on an earlier prose version.

Whether you are drawn to the philosophical depth of Ferdowsi’s poetry translation, the historical significance of Ferdowsi’s tomb, or the sheer beauty of Ferdowsi’s Farsi verses, our program offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of Persian literary heritage.

2021年12月23日 · Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh is the most popular and influential national epic in Iran and other Persian speaking nations, being an undisputed source of reference of fine poetry. Ferdowsi revived the mythology, story, folklore and history of Iran for the generations to come.

Ferdowsi, a Persian poet, authored the Shahnameh, an epic masterpiece preserving Iranian culture and history. Revered for his eloquence and patriotism, his work safeguarded Persian identity during eras of foreign influence, ensuring literary immortality.