Scientific Quarterly Journal

Celestial Landscape; A Look at Moon Motifs in Ancient Iran

Volume 3, Issue 14
Spring 2011
Pages 6-9

Author

Ph.D in Archaeology, Permanent Member of the Nazar Research Center

Abstract
Ancient artefacts are full of motifs of celestial bodies, humans, animals, plants and rocks. A closer study of these motifs reveals broader concepts beyond their mere appearance. Evidence proves that these ancient motifs are rooted within a nation’s culture, religion, and tribal beliefs. A better understanding of these images requires a comprehensive study of artefacts and relics dating from ancient times.

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