![]() It is the aim of this book to bring that contribution into the foreground. The role of Iranians in generating and shaping the world's major religious traditions is not less than that of Semites or Indians, but it is less obvious. “When speaking of "cradles of religion" one most commonly thinks of the Near East and South Asia. Foltz, Oxford, Oneworld Publications, 2004. Spirituality in the Land of the Noble: How Iran Shaped the World’s Religionsīy Richard C. In this blog I wish to bring to your attention a very timely and eloquent book ( Spirituality in the Land of the Noble) whichhighlights how Iran has played an unexcelled role in influencing, transforming, and propagating all the world's universal traditions. It goes without saying that a better understanding of Iran and Iranians is an essential pre-requisite for more harmonious international relations and the dialogue of civilisations for the common good. ![]() This confusion and misunderstanding is indeed tragic for all concerned. The significant contribution of this great civilisation to the progressive development of science, technology, arts, architecture, literature, poetry and human rights and more cannot be over emphasised. Despite being the home of one of the world's most ancient civilisations and cultures, very sadly today, modern Iran is one of the world's most misunderstood countries. ![]()
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