The Mosques in Islamic Cities
The mosque (Masjid' in Arabic) is supposed to provide ultimate fulfillment of the greater human values in the individual character and community spirit, that lies at the root of the Islamic prayer. The Arabic term Masjid literally means a place where one prostrated oneself, before God, or in other words, completely surrenders to Him. Since all places are equal for God and complete resignation and submission unto Him could be shown anywhere, a sanctuary was not considered a fundamental necessity; but prayer in Islam was, however, not intended to be a mere ritual; it was something more.

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BRIEF HISTORY OF ELAM
Although the record of Iranian history has traditionally begun with the advent of the Medes and the Persians in the first half of the first millennium B.C., in actuality it can be traced much further back, to the formation of the Elamite kingdom at the dawn of the third millennium B.C. The known history of Elam begins about 2900 B.C. and ends with the victory of the Medes and Persians in the seventh century B.C. a history that covers almost two thousand years. This great and long-lived kingdom controlled an important segment of the ancient world.

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Social Etiquette in Iran
Although the Iranian people are one of the warmest, most intimate, and most hospitable people in the world, they are also formal. When you are going on a trip to Iran it is a good idea to have an understanding of socially acceptable gestures, expressions, and behaviors. Here we introduce you to some Iranian social etiquette and business. The golden rule of socially acceptable behavior in Iran is to support your words with appropriate gestures and behavior.

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Iranian Culture and Civilization, an Everlasting Attraction
understanding behaviorism and the morals of nations are concerned with getting familiar with and studying characteristics of the collective morals of nations, folks, and people. One can recognize the morals of each nation from the collective behaviors that which its people express themselves. Moral refers to relatively similar behaviors to that of most people in a nation and it is recognized as a prominent attribute of that nation.

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Religious Symbols in Iranian Architecture
Since humankind has known himself, he has been in pursuit of perfection and the creation of beauty. Even in the very early man-made handicrafts, and ceramic dishes, his effort in making symmetrical forms, and creating beautiful colors and harmony are witnessed. Gradually, a man tried to develop this beauty in various fields as in building his house, creating forms and spaces that despite being primitive, had harmony, practical and beautiful relations.

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