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For over 3,000 years, the arrival of Nowruz (Persian New Year) has been celebrated across Iran, Central Asia, the Caucasus, Afghanistan, Kurdistan, and beyond. Marking the Spring Equinox, it is a festival of renewal, rebirth, and the triumph of light over darkness. At the heart of Nowruz traditions is the Haft-Seen table, a carefully arranged display of seven symbolic items, each starting with the Persian letter 'Seen' (س). These objects represent core values of Persian culture—health, prosperity, love, wisdom, patience, renewal, and time itself. Beyond mere decoration, the Haft-Seen is a mystical reflection of the universe itself—each item deeply rooted in ancient Zoroastrian, Persian, and mystical traditions. This book serves as a cultural guide to the Haft-Seen tradition, exploring the meanings, history, and folklore behind these sacred items.