List of articles (by subject) Mythical elements
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Open Access Article
1 - The Dignity of the Beginning in the Thoughts of Sohrab Sepehri
ali asghar zareiIn the realm of mythological criticism in contemporary literature, there is a noticeable trend among writers and poets who are captivated by the idea of exploring the lifestyles of prehistoric people. They believe that as mankind has moved away from its 'pre-social' sta MoreIn the realm of mythological criticism in contemporary literature, there is a noticeable trend among writers and poets who are captivated by the idea of exploring the lifestyles of prehistoric people. They believe that as mankind has moved away from its 'pre-social' state, it has descended into immorality. Additionally, upon progressing towards civilization, a sense of self-love emerged, which they perceive as highly artificial and rooted in excessive boasting and jealousy. In this context, the concept of "returning to the origin" emerged, with its proponents demonstrating a strong inclination towards going back to the initial world. This concept is also referred to as "returning to the roots" and "building upon the roots". Sohrab Sepehri, a leading figure in this field among contemporary poets, calls his audience to return to the origin in his works. Using a descriptive-analytical method, this research aims to examine the prevalence of this "returning to the origin" pattern in contemporary literary criticism. The pattern holds significant importance and has been utilized by writers, mystics, and poets worldwide. The results of the research indicate that Sohrab Sepehri actively sought to capture the dreamlike essence of beginnings and eternal memories. He endeavored to transcend the confines of the "corrupted contemporary man" and experience the state of primitive man to the fullest extent possible – a human who "sleeps in the text of the elements" and "is happy in his azure philosophies". Manuscript profile -
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2 - mythical places in the scrolls of storytelling
Salman Rahimi zahra golamiOne of the mythological bases with which humans have always had a transcendental relationship is place. Accepting the mythical role of some places and their sanctity is a theme that can be seen in mythological, epic and storytelling narratives and is manifested in the f MoreOne of the mythological bases with which humans have always had a transcendental relationship is place. Accepting the mythical role of some places and their sanctity is a theme that can be seen in mythological, epic and storytelling narratives and is manifested in the form of mountains, caves, wells, springs, crypts, fortresses, gardens, enchanted places, etc. In mythological belief, the place is different from what is defined in the cosmic and material environment; and the material and worldly objects and phenomena become transcendental and sacred affairs. By staying on a mythical place, the hero matures and evolves, and undergoes spiritual transformation as well as immortality. This research aims to introduce mythical places and analyze their function and quality in the narratives of scrolls of storytelling; and by studying the epic narratives of the Shahnameh and scrolls of storytelling, it tries to investigate and analyze examples of important themes of mythical places. In this regard, the mythical quality of the places in the scrolls were analyzed. The mountain is one of the holiest places due to its high position and proximity to the sky, and other mythical and sacred places such as springs, castles, crypts, and gardens are often located on top of mountains. The research methodology in this article is descriptive-analytical. Manuscript profile -
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3 - The Influence of Intertextuality in the Novel 'Suvashun' on Audience Engagement During Reading
Esmaeel BANIARDALAN Shahrokh Amirian DoostGenetic intertextuality is a well-known form of intertextuality. From a genetic point of view, intertextual relationships in texts can be distinguished into two types: real (strong) and single-layer (weak). True intertextuality is only achieved when the connection betwe MoreGenetic intertextuality is a well-known form of intertextuality. From a genetic point of view, intertextual relationships in texts can be distinguished into two types: real (strong) and single-layer (weak). True intertextuality is only achieved when the connection between two texts transcends mere lexical and formal similarities, indicating a strong intertextual bond. Through genetic intertextuality, a thorough exploration of textual relationships at various levels—both formal and thematic—proves essential in identifying the type, nature, and intensity of intertextuality. Furthermore, Roland Barthes employs a genetic intertextual interpretation to enhance the reader's experience and interaction with the text. He posits that texts can be viewed as either "readings" where the audience plays a passive role or "writings" where the audience actively engages. Barthes contends that leveraging these two forms of intertextuality is pivotal in decoding the text effectively. This qualitative study employs a comparative analytical approach to analyze data. The findings underscore the significant impact of a strong intertextual relationship in transforming the novel, "Suvashun," into a narrative that captivates the reader's passive engagement. Manuscript profile