Abstract This study argues, contrary to some opinions, that shadow performance existed in Iran from at least the tenth twentieth century. Through a textual analysis of newly discovered ancient texts, two plays specifically, this shows how originated Indian subcontinent, was transported historical region now known as Iraq, and then spread Egypt, developing over time through its progression. also...

the mus'haf of imam ali (as) is part of the heritage and precious resources of the shiite imams knoledge, that his manuscript version was from the holy quran to dictation of the prophet (pbuh.).according to the ahadith,both shiite and sunni has been approvedexistence ofthismus'haf. the content of themus'hafof ali(as) is different in the order of the suras and probably in a few ve...

This study this is considering Boria as a conventional performance in Malaysia. Boria is a folk performance unique to Penang. This theatre style reached Penang in the mid-19th century and is believed to be derived from the Shia Islamic Passion play performed during the Muslim month of Muharram to commemorate the martyrs of Kerbela. These days in Malaysia (especially Penang) Boria mentions to a ...