Tezos

the setting of memories.

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with the seasonal celebrations of Nowruz coming to a close, this piece is minted in memory of watching the table being assembled before the day is marked. a view from a child's eyes watching gentle hands carefully place bowls full of magic, family stories and Persian history around a gathering spot. what was made as a personal note, is now shared with all who would like to gather together, as the joy of the season is meant to be. In the setting of a Nowruz table (the Haft-Sin/Haft-Seen), many things are gathered, and most predominantly are 7 symbolic items, each item begins with the letter S (Sin/Seen): Sabzeh (سبزه): sprouted wheat grass -- the symbol of rebirth and growth. Samanu (سمنو): sweet wheat pudding -- the symbol of power and strength. Senjed (سنجد): sweet dry fruit of the lotus tree -- the symbol of love. Somāq (سماق): crushed spice of berries -- the symbol of sunrise. Serkeh (سرکه): vinegar -- the symbol of age and patience. Seeb (سیب): apple -- the symbol of beauty. Seer (سیر): garlic -- the symbol of health and medicine. * In my newly treaded and limited knowledge, the Celebration of Nowruz marks the beginning of the Persian New Year. Originating in the Zoroastrian faith, it marks the transition to the Spring season and there are ties into western astrology, with the change of the celestial calender from Pieces, the 12th house, into Aries the 1st. The holiday is marked by beautiful symbolism, gathering with loved ones and taking those moments together to reflect on what has passed and wish and plan for what is to be. *this information retrieved from: https://guides.libraries.indiana.edu/c.php?g=1016304&p=7366460#:~:text=Preparation%20for%20the%20new%20year,items%20representing%20renewal%20and%20springtime.

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