The joy in Persian epics from the perspective of scholars

The Iranian Radio in Austria Radio Iranian Austria, Program · 16.09.2026

Today's guest on the program is esteemed Professor Mr. Javad Parsay, and the program:

Joy in Persian epics from the perspective of scholars

Shahnameh, the most beautiful national work of the Iranians, accepted and praised by all people . Some people think that the Shahnameh is a book of reports of battles and all its stories, the tale of kings and Iranian heroes is.

Today, Prof. Parsay is our guest in the studio. He speaks as part of our radio program series "The Original Iranian Culture":
Joy in Persian epics from the scholars' perspective

Since ancient times, humanity has strived to understand how to lead a better life, what brings satisfaction and joy, and how to truly enjoy life in this world.

The Iranians consider joy as one of the creations of Ahura Mazda. In a hymn, King Darius proclaims: “We praise Ahura Mazda, who has created joy for us

Prof. Javad Parsay is a museum educator in Vienna and a member of various international committees, having published numerous studies on Iranian cultural history.

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