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Reclaiming Pure Persian — Decolonizing the Farsi Language

Learn about the movement to reclaim pure Persian (Farsi) vocabulary by replacing Arabic-origin words with their original Persian equivalents. 120 word cards with Farsi script, phonetic pronunciation, and English translations.

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The Persian Language (Farsi) — 2,500 Years of Continuous Literary Tradition

Persian (Farsi) is one of the world's oldest continuously spoken languages with a 2,500-year literary tradition. From Old Persian cuneiform to Avestan scripture to Middle Persian to Modern Farsi — the living voice of Iranian civilization.

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Persian Proverbs — The Ancient Wisdom of the Iranian People

Persian proverbs (zarb-ul-masal) capture 3,000 years of Iranian practical wisdom, philosophy, and cultural values. From patience and resilience to hospitality and the importance of knowledge, they reveal the Persian character.