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Shahnameh stories | Poetry of timeFire, Fury, and the Queen’s Gambit: Zal and Rudabeh’s Forbidden Love in Ferdowsi’s ShahnamehIn this powerful episode of Poetry of Time, King Manuchehr commands Sam to destroy Kabul — but Zal refuses, choosing love over loyalty. Sam writes a legendary letter recalling his dragon-slaying days, while in Kabul, Queen Sindokht’s wisdom prevents bloodshed. A tale of rage, diplomacy, and the courage of women.Send us a textSupport the show
2025-08-3106 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 12, The Birth of a Legend - Rostam's Divine ArrivalJourney into the heart of Persian mythology with the miraculous birth of Rostam, Iran's greatest hero. Watch as the divine Simorgh guides the first recorded cesarean section in literature, saving both mother and child. Witness the extraordinary growth of the infant hero and the wisdom of his grandfather Saam, all while dark forces gather in Tooran under the ambitious Afraasiyab.🎥 This episode features:- The divine intervention of the Simorgh- The first recorded cesarean birth in literature- Rostam's extraordinary childhood- Saam's final wisdom- The rising threat of Afraasiyab📚 Don't miss our next episode as we delve deeper into t...
2025-02-1026 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 11, Love's Victory: The Triumph of WisdomExperience the power of wisdom and love in Episode 11 of "Echoes of Persia." Watch as Queen Sindokht's bold diplomacy, Zaal's brilliance, and the prophecy of a mighty hero turn ancient enemies into celebratory families. From cryptic riddles to magnificent feasts, witness how courage and wisdom can transform hatred into joy.🎥 Episode Highlights:- Sindokht's diplomatic mission to Saam- Zaal's triumph over the ancient riddles- The martial display before King Manoochehr- The prophecy of a legendary hero- The magnificent wedding celebrations- The unification of two kingdoms📚 Want to discover what challenges await our newly wedded couple? Subscribe for weekly episodes explor...
2025-02-0328 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 10, Between Love and Duty: Kings and ParentsExperience the clash between love and duty in Episode 10 of "Echoes of Persia."
Watch as Zaal and Rudabeh's romance threatens to ignite a war, while parents and kings wrestle with ancient hatreds and new hopes.
From Saam's legendary letter to Sindokht's desperate gambit, witness how love can challenge the very foundations of power.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- Mehrab's discovery of his daughter's love
- King Manoochehr's wrathful decree
- Saam's epic letter recounting past glories
- Zaal's courageous confrontation with his father
- Sindokht's clever diplomatic plan
- The gathering of a magnificent tribute
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2025-01-2727 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 9, Title: Love's Secret Dance: Hearts in BalanceExperience the tender blossoming of forbidden love in Episode 9 of "Echoes of Persia."
Witness the famous moonlit meeting between Zaal and Rudabeh, Saam's struggle with his son's choice, and the first ripples of discovery as their secret romance comes to light.
From poetry to prophecy, this episode weaves together threads of love, destiny, and family bonds.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- The moonlit meeting of Zaal and Rudabeh
- Rudabeh's famous gesture with her hair
- Zaal's heartfelt letter to his father
- Saam's inner struggle and ultimate acceptance
- The astrologers' prophetic blessing
- Sindokht's discovery of the secret romance
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2025-01-2026 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 8, Love's First Arrow: Zaal and RudabehExperience the beginning of one of Persian literature's greatest love stories in Episode 8 of "Echoes of Persia."
Watch as Zaal, the white-haired prince raised by the Simorgh, encounters unexpected love in the form of Rudabeh, daughter of Kabul's ruler.
Witness how destiny weaves its patterns through clever handmaidens, secret messages, and the first stirrings of forbidden love.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- Zaal's triumphant arrival at Manoochehr's court
- His appointment as ruler of Zabul
- The diplomatic meeting with Mehrab of Kabul
- Rudabeh's growing passion for the unseen prince
- The clever schemes of the handmaidens
- The first exc...
2025-01-1330 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 7, Justice Complete: From Vengeance to Wisdom & Simorgh's taleExperience the dramatic conclusion of Manoochehr's quest for justice and Simorgh's tale in Episode 7 of "Echoes of Persia."
Witness the final confrontation between nephew and uncles, the passing of the great Féréydoon, and the remarkable tale of Zaal, the white-haired prince raised by the magical Simorgh.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- Manoochehr's decisive victory over Toor and Salm
- The end of Féréydoon's era
- The rise of Manoochehr as a wise ruler
- The birth and abandonment of white-haired Zaal
- The Simorgh's miraculous intervention
- Saam's redemption and reunion with his son
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2025-01-0727 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 6, Vengeance Rising: The Birth of ManoochehrExperience the rise of vengeance in Episode 6 of "Echoes of Persia."
Witness how fate turns tragedy to triumph as young Manoochehr emerges to avenge his murdered grand father, Iraj. From the depths of Fereydun's grief to the gathering of Iran's mightiest warriors, this episode shows how justice can rise from the ashes of betrayal.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- The discovery of Iraj's hidden heir
- The birth and rise of Manoochehr
- Fereydun's careful nurturing of his great-grandson
- The gathering of Iran's mighty warriors
- The brothers' desperate attempts at deception
- The formation of an army of vengeance
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2025-01-0728 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 5, Brothers Divided: The Tragedy of Three KingdomsDelve into one of Persian mythology's most tragic tales in Episode 5 of "Echoes of Persia."
Watch as Fereydun dream of harmony crumbles when he divides his empire among his three sons.
Witness how jealousy and ambition transform brotherly love into deadly hatred, culminating in one of the most heartbreaking moments in the Shahnameh.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- Fereydun's division of his empire
- The rise of jealousy between Salm, Toor, and Iraj
- Iraj's noble sacrifice for peace
- The tragic betrayal of brotherhood
- The seeds of a centuries-long conflict
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2025-01-0725 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 4, Justice Triumphant: The Fall of Zahhak and Rise of FereydunWitness the epic conclusion of Zahhak's reign in Episode 4 of "Echoes of Persia."
Experience the dramatic confrontation between Fereydun and the Serpent King, the liberation of Jamshid's daughters, and the establishment of a new golden age for Iran.
From the depths of Mount Damavand to the heights of royal glory, this episode brings our tale of justice and redemption to its magnificent conclusion.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- Fereydun conquest of Zahhak's palace
- The liberation of Shahrnaz and Arnavaz
- The people's uprising against tyranny
- Zahhak's final defeat and imprisonment
- The establishment of Mehregan festival
- The dawn of...
2025-01-0727 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 3, Divine Light Rising: Feridun and Kaveh's RebellionWitness the extraordinary tale of Feridun, the child of prophecy, and Kaveh, the revolutionary blacksmith. From miraculous births to epic rebellions, this episode weaves together themes of destiny, courage, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- The miraculous birth of Feridun and the sacred cow Barmayeh
- Faranak's desperate flight to the Alborz Mountains
- The tragic sacrifice of Abtin and Barmayeh
- Kaveh's brave stand against tyranny
- The creation of the legendary Kaviani Banner
- The army's divine crossing of the Arvand River
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2025-01-0725 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 2, The Rise of the Serpent King: Zahhak's Dark ReignDive into the dark heart of Persian mythology with Episode 2 of "Echoes of Persia".
Witness the tragic tale of Zahhak, the Serpent King, whose thousand-year reign of terror began with a single act of betrayal.
From the corruption of Jamshid's daughters to the brave resistance of the palace cooks who saved hundreds of lives, this episode explores themes of power, corruption, and the persistence of hope in the darkest times.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- The fall of Jamshid and rise of Zahhak
- The curse of the serpents
- The tragic fate of princesses Shahrnaz and Arnavaz
- The secret res...
2025-01-0626 min
Echoes of PersiaShahnameh (Tale of Kings) - Episode 1, The First Crown: From Keyumars to JamshidJourney to the dawn of Persian mythology with the first episode of "Echoes of Persia".
Discover the legendary tale of humanity's first kings - from Keyumars, who taught humans to build civilization, to Hooshang, who discovered fire, to Tahmoorés, who bound demons and learned the art of writing, and finally to Jamshid, whose golden age ended in tragedy. T
his episode explores themes of leadership, innovation, and the price of pride through the lens of ancient Persian wisdom.
🎥 Episode Highlights:
- The story of Keyumars, humanity's first king
- The tragic tale of Siyamak and the first battle agai...
2025-01-0627 min