studying the dialogue properties in rigveda and avesta indicates a type of dialogue called “philosophical dialogue” that is the synonym of “nonviolence”. according to the author, the initial root of forming the dramatic dialogue is based on philosophical dialogue, i.e. a type of fluidity and flow of meaning between two sides of the relation and by such relation it will be made a new concept. th...

The history of leprosy dates back to the time of human existence and is also mentioned in the Avesta (1). The Vandidad refers to Thrita as the first Aryan physician who was capable of treating several diseases including leprosy (1). However, no visual example indicating the effect of leprosy on the Iranian culture and artifacts has been reported while it can be seen in other cultures in forms o...