Between Faith and Identity by Marianne Rothmann
In recent years, conversations about religion in Iran have become more layered and complex. While Islam remains deeply rooted in the country’s culture and daily life, I have also noticed a growing curiosity—especially among some younger Iranians—about pre-Islamic traditions, including Zoroastrianism. What I have observed is often described as a “return,” but to me it feels less like a return to a religion and more like a search for identity, history, and personal meaning. Through time, I have met…
