IRANIAN AND AFGHAN LITERARY STUDIES

Abstract

This article analyzes the similarities and differences between Iranian and Afghan literary studies. Both countries’ literary traditions share common features related to Persian literary traditions, religious-philosophical views, and the dominance of poetry. However, due to the influence of political and social circumstances, their development paths differ. Iranian literary studies have focused more on contemporary literary trends, while Afghan literary studies emphasize themes of war and social issues. The article helps to deeply understand the characteristics of Iranian and Afghan literary studies through comparing the factors of their formation, regional influences, and scholarly approaches.

Keywords

Persian literary studies, Behistun inscriptions, poetic genres, literary heritage.