The main question of this article is accurate definition of Hekayat, based on the specific function of the elements as dominant. Because how to use story elements, result in different story genres. specific function of the story elements, being didactical and coherente. distinguishes Hekayat genre from the other story genres. This article redefinition of Hekayat by using a comparative analysis method and examining the differences between these two literary genre. According to the reviews of this article Hekayat genre distinguishes from the other story genres by this elementes: Specific function of the story elements, Special features of the truthtfulness, being didactical and less coherente. Finally, thess discussions, are an introduction to discussions as contexts of the appearance of traditional story genres in Iranian culture. More over can explain reasons for decline in contemporary era.
Literary Research
