Iranians around the world celebrate Yalda, which is one of the most ancient Persian festivals. The festival dates back to the time when a majority of Persians were followers of Zoroastrianism prior to the advent of Islam.
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Ghadr Night Ceremony Was Held By Jailed Gonabadi Dervishes In Ward 350 Of Evin Prison
Ghadr night ceremony was held by jailed Gonabadi dervishes: lawyers and managers of Majzooban noor (Nematollahi Gonabadi Order News Site) in section 350 of Evin prison.
The Night of Mirrors
Poem by: Hila SedighiEnglish translation by: Siavosh Jalili, Persian2English It is nighttime and my two hands are tied.All the bridges behind us have collapsed.To the gallows my head I dragged.