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Akbar Shamiyan Sarukalaei, PH.D.
Maryam Rezaeie avval
 
Abstract:
‘Lion’ is one of symbols of creation that has often mentioned in Shahnameh of Firdausi with varying topics and themes. It is evident that topics related to lion do not come from Shahnameh alone hence; its complete inquiry is not possible without reviewing other epical compositions followed Shahnameh.
In order to understand all topics and indications related to lion, it is necessary to study Shahnamed and 10 other epical compositions (such as Gashesp Nameh, Borzunameh, Bahman Nameh, Jahangir Nameh, Sam Nameh, Shehryar Nameh, Faramarz Nameh, Kak Kuhzad, Kush Nameh and Girshasp Nameh). After reviewing them, this paper has extracted, classified and made an analysis of the most important mythological-epical and ceremonial themes of this animal. These themes include kepi lion, soldier lion, lion leather and fighting tool, totem lion, portrait lion, and rules of lion worshipping, guardian of tomb and treasure, magic lion, astrological explications of lion, child and lion.
 
 

Keywords: Lion and Iranian Epics, Ferdousi’s Shahnameh, Epical Compositions, Iranian Epical Literature

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