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What is Rudaki often called in Iran?

  • Founder of New Persian poetry

  • Father of Persian prose

  • Master of Persian music

  • Pioneer of Persian storytelling

Answer

Founder of New Persian poetry, Rudaki is widely regarded as the father of modern Persian literature. His groundbreaking work in the 10th century established the foundations of the New Persian language and laid the groundwork for the flourishing of Persian poetry that followed. Rudaki's lyrical verses and intricate craftsmanship set the standard for future generations of Persian poets, earning him the revered title of "Father of Persian Poetry."
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