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Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time

Noora Pourkashefi

Step into the world of Persia’s greatest legends with Poetry of Time, a narrative podcast that breathes life into Ferdowsi’s timeless masterpiece, the Shahnameh (The Book of Kings). Each episode unravels the myths, heroes, and cosmic battles that have shaped Persian culture for over a thousand years—blending rich storytelling with the lyrical beauty of classical verse.From the rise of mighty kings to the fall of tragic warriors, we journey through love, destiny, and divine intrigue, one spellbinding

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8:05

The Fall of Zahhak | Fereydoun’s Spell, the Throne,...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/23

After years of darkness, the time has come. In this powerful episode of Poetry of Time, Fereydoun reaches Zahhak’s fortress — not with brute force, but with sacred words and the will of justice. As iron gates crack under his command, the tyrant’s palace is exposed. Zahhak returns to find his throne gone, his power broken, and the people no longer afraid. In a final clash, the cow-headed mace strikes true… but death is denied him. By the order of Soroush, Zahhak is bound in chains and sealed d...

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5:30

Fereydoun’s Journey Begins | Magic, Betrayal, and the...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/11

Before Fereydoun could face Zahhak and claim the throne, he had to walk a path of betrayal, magic, and impossible choices. In this episode of Poetry of Time, Fereydoun meets a mysterious sage who teaches him ancient spells — just in time to survive an attempt on his life by his own brothers. But the path to justice cannot be stopped. When a boatman refuses him passage across the Arvand River, Fereydoun and his army ride directly into the water, determined to reach Zahhak’s fortress — whatever...

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9:03

Kaveh the Blacksmith & Fereydoun's Rebellion | How...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/06

In this episode of Poetry of Time, the fires of rebellion begin to burn across Iran. While Fereydoun, the boy of prophecy, trains in the mountains, an unexpected hero rises from among the people — Kaveh the Blacksmith. Grieving his son, lost to Zahhak’s serpents, Kaveh refuses to kneel before the tyrant. With nothing but his courage and his leather apron, he raises the legendary Derafsh-e Kaviani, the simple banner that would become the symbol of a nation’s resistance. As Fereydoun descends f...

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7:25

The Hidden Seeds of Rebellion | Zahhak's Dream, and...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/05

In this episode of Poetry of Time, we follow the quiet whispers of defiance beneath Zahhak's thousand-year reign. As Iran suffers under the shadow of the Serpent King, two brave men save the lives of innocent youths — planting the first seeds of rebellion among the mountains, where the Kurdish people are born. But even tyrants fear what the future holds. Zahhak's haunting dream speaks of a young warrior destined to strike him down — a boy hidden in the hills, nurtured by fate and guarded by t...

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7:25

Zahhak the Serpent King | How Darkness Came to Iran —...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/03

In this episode of Poetry of Time, we trace the chilling origins of Zahhak, the Serpent King of Persian mythology. Born in Arabia, tempted by Iblis, cursed with snakes upon his shoulders — Zahhak's hunger for power knows no limits. When the nobles of Iran, desperate for a ruler, invite him to their land… they unknowingly open the gates to a thousand years of fear and tyranny. Discover how ambition, deception, and misplaced trust allowed darkness to cross mountains — and how the shadows of Zah...

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Jamshid’s Rise and Fall | The Golden Age and Tragic...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/02

Jamshid — the brilliant, ambitious son of Tahmures — ushered in a golden age for Persia. From forging armor to weaving garments, building cities, and creating the celebration of Nowruz, his legacy shaped civilization itself. But pride is a dangerous companion. In this episode of Poetry of Time, discover how Jamshid’s greatness blinded him, how divine favor abandoned him, and how his fall opened the door to the darkest ruler yet — Zahhak.

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Tahmures the Demon-Binder | How Persia's King Tamed...

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/07/01

In this episode of Poetry of Time, we explore the legendary reign of Tahmures, the third king of Ferdowsi's Shahnameh. Known as Tahmoures Divband — the Binder of Demons — he tamed the wild beasts, taught humanity to hunt with falcons and cheetahs, and brought civilization one step closer to order. But his greatest legacy came from the most unlikely place: the demons themselves. Join us as we uncover how Tahmures wrestled knowledge from the shadows and introduced the art of writing to the wor...

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7:05

Hushang – Fire and the Dawn of Civilization | EP3

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/06/29

Witness the transformative moment when Hushang discovered fire — not as a gift from the gods, but as a spark found in stone. Learn how this single act changed humanity forever, leading to the invention of clothing, agriculture, and early rituals that shaped society. This episode explores the birth of human ingenuity and the first steps toward organized life — one strike at a time.

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Gayomart: The First King of Persia | EP2

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/06/28

Explore the story of Gayomart, the first king, whose reign was marked by peace and wisdom. Discover how his tragic loss set the stage for the rise of Hushang, the next great ruler.

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The Birth of All Things: Ferdowsi’s Cosmic Vision | EP1

Shahnameh stories | Poetry of time ·

2025/06/27

Delve into Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh , Persia’s legendary epic. Explore the cosmic creation — from fire, wind, water, and earth to stars, mountains, and humans. Discover Ferdowsi’s vision of wisdom, speech, and moral duty that sets humankind apart. Uncover rich symbolism and ancient Persian mythology in this mythic prologue. Perfect for lovers of epic poetry, history, and storytelling. This is Poetry of Time — one verse at a time.

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