Publisher's Synopsis
The Dabistan Or School Of Manners is a book written by David Shea. It is an English translation of a Persian text written by Muhammad Mohsin Fani in the 17th century. The book is a comprehensive guide to Persian culture, customs, and etiquette. It covers a wide range of topics related to social behavior, including hospitality, dress, food, marriage, and religious practices. The book is divided into four sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Persian culture. The first section provides an overview of Persian history and culture. The second section covers the principles of social behavior, including the importance of humility, generosity, and hospitality. The third section focuses on the customs and practices of different religious groups in Persia. The fourth and final section provides a detailed description of the Persian language and its use in everyday life. The Dabistan Or School Of Manners is an important resource for anyone interested in Persian culture and history.1901. Part of the Universal Classics Library. The religious beliefs, observances, philosophic opinions and social customs of the nations of the East translated from the original Persian. With a special introduction by A. V. Williams Jackson. Contents: Invocation; Cult of the Parsees; The Sipasian Sect; The Code of Mahabad; The Jamshaspian Sect; The Samradian Sect; Zoroastrianism; The Hundred Gates of Paradise; The Orthodox Hindu System; The Vedantian Sect; The Sankhya Sect; The Vichnian Sect; The Vairagis Sect; The Buddhists; The Nanac Sect; The Yahuds (Jews); The Aisuyans (Christians); The Muhammedans; Omar Khayam; The Roshenians; The Ilaliahs; The Great Jenghis Khan; and The Religion of the Philosophers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.