Celebrations

Mehregan, a festival as highly valued as Nowruz, is an ancient Iranian celebration of love, kindness, and covenant. Rooted in human values, it has endured for millennia, adapting to new beliefs while keeping its essence. Praised by al-Biruni, it also highlights the great role of Mithra in ancient Iranian traditions.

Yalda, one of the most ancient Iranian festivals, celebrates the passing of the longest night of the year and the arrival of longer days, coinciding with the winter solstice. Rooted in both nature and mythology, it reflects Iranians’ deep bond with their environment and cultural wisdom. Despite dynastic changes, religious shifts, and foreign invasions, such festivals have endured, symbolizing resilience and the timeless link between people, nature, and myth.

Nowruz marks the mythical day when Jamshid defeated evil and saved creation—symbolizing harmony between humans and the creator (Ahura Mazda) in ancient Iranian thought. Humans are not portrayed as inherently sinful beings deserving of punishment. Instead, humanity and the creator are seen as allies who protect the world of existence together.