The Colors in Shahnameh

Abstract

The color is an element that may indicate the tastes, beliefs, aspirations, and demands of people. Many times, Ferdowsi uses colors to increase the influence of his words. If the symbolic meanings of colors are considered, many colorful mysteries and artistic values of Shahnameh will be revealed and the connection of this great epic work with the myths and beliefs of other nations will become more evident. The careful attention to uses of colors in Shahnameh opens a new window to learn more about this precious work. The black and white colors have no shades. In terms of frequency of using them in Shahnameh, they are in the first and second ranks. This shows that poet has considered more than other colors. However, many psychological and mythical properties of this colors are, consciously or unconsciously reflected in this great work.