Ancient Languages and Texts

Welcome to ANCIENT LANGUAGES AND TEXTS, a YouTube channel dedicated to exploring the rich linguistic heritage of ancient Iran.

Professor Hassan Rezai Baghbidi (Professor of Ancient Cultures and Languages, Osaka, Japan) invites you to delve into the fascinating world of ancient languages. Here, we examine a wide array of primary sources — from Avestan scriptures and Old Persian inscriptions to Middle Persian texts and Manichaean hymns in Parthian. Ancient coins and select Sanskrit texts provide additional historical and linguistic context.

Whether you are a scholar of Iranian studies, a history enthusiast, a numismatist, or a lover of ancient languages and antiquities, our videos offer insights to deepen your understanding.

Embark on a journey through time, guided by the eloquent voices of the past.

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