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What name was officially requested to be used by the Iranian government in 1935?
What name was officially requested to be used by the Iranian government in 1935?
- Iran (correct)
- Fars
- Persia
- Aryana
Which literary form was traditionally more important in ancient Persian literature?
Which literary form was traditionally more important in ancient Persian literature?
- Epic poetry (correct)
- Dramatic literature
- Prose
- Lyric poetry
Who is considered Persia's most famous poet from the 12th century?
Who is considered Persia's most famous poet from the 12th century?
- Sheik Sa’di
- Firdawsi
- Omar Khayyam (correct)
- Nima Yushij
What significant change occurred in Persian prose writing before the 20th century?
What significant change occurred in Persian prose writing before the 20th century?
Which work is recognized as the first and greatest national epic of Persia?
Which work is recognized as the first and greatest national epic of Persia?
What primarily influenced the development of ancient Persian literature?
What primarily influenced the development of ancient Persian literature?
What was Scheherazade's strategy to avoid execution in the Arabian Nights?
What was Scheherazade's strategy to avoid execution in the Arabian Nights?
Who is recognized as the most influential figure of the modernistic movement in Persian literature?
Who is recognized as the most influential figure of the modernistic movement in Persian literature?
What was the primary reason the king postponed the execution of his wife?
What was the primary reason the king postponed the execution of his wife?
Which phrase best reflects the message of the six-line verse discussed in the story?
Which phrase best reflects the message of the six-line verse discussed in the story?
What aspect of Sinbad's youth is highlighted in the questions posed about his life?
What aspect of Sinbad's youth is highlighted in the questions posed about his life?
What character trait is suggested as vital for Sinbad's survival during his adventures?
What character trait is suggested as vital for Sinbad's survival during his adventures?
How does the author portray Omar Khayyam's philosophy on life?
How does the author portray Omar Khayyam's philosophy on life?
What was Sinbad's ultimate goal on his journeys?
What was Sinbad's ultimate goal on his journeys?
Which characteristic would best describe the ship captain in the story?
Which characteristic would best describe the ship captain in the story?
What moral lesson is suggested through the characters and events in Sinbad's story?
What moral lesson is suggested through the characters and events in Sinbad's story?
Flashcards
Persian Literature History
Persian Literature History
Persian literature, influenced by Arabic and Arab culture, flourished from the 9th to 14th centuries, then declined before the 19th century revival.
Persian Literature Form
Persian Literature Form
Persian literature is primarily known for poetry, including epic poems like the Shah Nameh and lyric poetry by famous poets like Omar Khayyam, Sa'di, and Hafez.
Shah Nameh
Shah Nameh
A famous Persian epic poem, considered the first and greatest national epic of Iran.
Omar Khayyam
Omar Khayyam
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Persian Prose Decline
Persian Prose Decline
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Iran's Name Change
Iran's Name Change
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Literary Influences
Literary Influences
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Scheherazade
Scheherazade
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What did Sinbad plan to do?
What did Sinbad plan to do?
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What character traits of Sinbad?
What character traits of Sinbad?
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What character traits of the captain?
What character traits of the captain?
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Omar Khayyam's philosophy?
Omar Khayyam's philosophy?
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What is the Gulistan about?
What is the Gulistan about?
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What is the 'teaching application'?
What is the 'teaching application'?
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What is an 'asynchronous activity'?
What is an 'asynchronous activity'?
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What are the 'guide questions'?
What are the 'guide questions'?
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Study Notes
Module 2: Persian Literature
- Course: EDENG 210: Survey of Afro-Asian Literature
- Professor: Dr. Joram C. Ausente
- Learning Objectives:
- Trace the historical background of Persian literature
- Summarize selected literary pieces
- Articulate an awareness of how language works in literary texts and author's style
Historical Influences
- Persia's literary development was influenced by the Arabic language and the culture of its Arab conquerors
- Persian classical literature flourished from the 9th century to the 14th century, then declined until the 19th century
- The name "Persia" was used by the Greeks for the land occupied by various Iranian tribes
- In 1935, the government changed Persia's name to Iran, which means "Land of the Aryans"
Literary Forms and Figures
- Poetry is a significant literary form in Persian literature, particularly the 12th-century poet Omar Khayyam.
- Firdawsi's Shahnameh (or Book of Kings) is the national epic of Persia.
- Sheik Moslehoddin Sa'di and Shamsoddin Hafiz are important lyric poets.
- Persian prose includes stories, fables, histories, and conduct manuals.
- Prose styles of the past often used rhyme and rhythm, but this sometimes led to artificiality, so its importance decreased.
- Nima Yushij (1895-1959) was an important modernist figure in Persian literature.
Selection Examples
- Selection 1: First Voyage of Sinbad the Sailor from Arabian Nights.
- Discussion questions: Sinbad's journey, his experiences as a young man, and his journey's effect on him
- Selection 2 (Excerpt): Rubaiyat by Omar Khayyam, translated by Edward Fitzgerald.
- Discussion question: contemplating heaven and hell.
- Selection 3: The Gulistan (Excerpts) by Sa'di.
- Literary Background: Legends surrounding Arabian Nights highlight the tale's role in escaping execution
Additional Notes
- The studied texts were likely excerpts or summaries for educational purposes.
- The module likely involves group activities and discussion.
- Students are encouraged to reflect on the selected literary works for analyses and interpretations.
- Essential study material may require exploration, research, and application to fully grasp the given concepts.
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This quiz focuses on the historical background and major literary figures of Persian literature. Explore the influences of Arabic culture and delve into significant works such as Firdawsi's Shahnameh. Test your knowledge on the evolution and characteristics of this rich literary tradition.
