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About Persian Magic: Inside The Forbidden Temples Of Iran

'Iran - People Of The Flame' is a spiritual and cultural travelogue through Iran, following photojournalist David Adams as he searches for the roots of the world’s oldest monotheistic religion: Zoroastrianism. While modern Iran is often seen through the lens of Islamic fundamentalism, Adams takes viewers "behind the veil" to show that its foundation lies in the teachings of the prophet Zarathustra (Zoroaster). The documentary is a 2,500-mile odyssey from the chaotic streets of Tehran to the remote Elburz Mountains, visiting the legendary Fortress of the Assassins and the troglodyte village of Kandovan. Ultimately, it explores how Zoroastrian concepts—like a single God, Heaven and Hell, and a final judgment—became the blueprints for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

Persian Magic: Inside The Forbidden Temples Of Iran is presented by Wonder. Its listed runtime is 51 minutes. The source link and publisher attribution are provided with the embedded film.

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Title
Persian Magic: Inside The Forbidden Temples Of Iran
Category
Society
Runtime
51 minutes
Language
English
Publisher
Wonder

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