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Persian Name |
Definition |
Description & Symbolism |
Position |
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Sabzeh |
Spring Sprouts |
Made from wheat or lentil this S signifies rebirth and renewal. Read about how you grow these sprouts at home. |
The First S on the Sofreh. |
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Senjed |
A sweet, dry fruit of a lotus tree |
The fragrant and blooming lotus tree makes people fall in love so it is natural that its fruit would signify love and affection |
The Second S on the Sofreh |
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Sib |
Apple |
A big red apple represents health and beauty. |
Third S on the Sofreh |
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Samanu |
Wheat Pudding |
Wheat and wheat products signify sweetness and fertility. |
Fourth S on the Sofreh |
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Serkeh |
Vinegar |
White Vinegar signifies age and patience. |
Fifth S on the Sofreh |
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Somagh |
Crushed Sumac berries |
This S symbolizes the spice of life. Some say Somagh represents the color of the sunrise and with the sun all evil is conquered. |
Sixth S on the Sofreh |
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Seer |
Garlic |
This medicinal S is a sign of good health. |
Seventh S on the Sofreh |
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Sekeh |
Gold Coins |
Wealth and Prosperity |
Optional S. |
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Sonbol |
Hyacinth Flower |
Purple or pink hyacinth are common on the Sofreh and also represent life and beatuy. |
Optional S. |
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Sangak |
Flatbread |
Noon-e Sangak represents prosperity for the feasts. It can be accompanied by Naan-o Panir, which is Iranian feta cheese and fresh herbs to be eaten at the feast. |
Optional S. |
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Sohan Asali |
Honey Almonds |
A sweet honey candy made with pistchios. |
Optional S. |
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Gold Fish |
Mahi |
Gold Fish in a clear white bowl represents life and the end of the astral year associated with the constellation Pisces. |
On the Sofreh |
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Ayne |
A Mirror |
To bring light & brightness into the New Year |
Head of the Sofreh |
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Sha’am |
Two Candelabras |
Candles large or small can be used and symbolize fire & energy. |
On either side of the mirror. |
|
Tokhm-e Morgh |
Decorated Eggs |
Symbolizes fertility. Eggs are painted by children much like Easter eggs are painted. |
On the Sofreh. Can be as elaborate as desired. |
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Ajil |
Assorted Nuts |
Iranians love nuts. They can be roasted pistachios, walnuts, almonds, and hazelnuts |
On the Sofreh |
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Scriptures |
Koran, Bible, Torah, Avesta or other Scriptures, or Poetry depending on beliefs |
Symbolizes blessings and faith in the New Year. You can also place a Divan-e Hafez or other book of faith and knowledge. |
Placed in the middle. Put money in the pages of the book and give out Eidi after sal tahvil. |
|
Shirini |
Sweets & Pastries |
Noghl, Baaghlavaa, Toot, Noon-e Berenji, Noon-e Nokhodchi and any other sweets you prefer |
On the Sofreh |
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Esfand or Esphand |
Wild Rue |
A brazier "Manghal" holding burning coals sprinkled with "Esphand" a popular incense. It keeps the evil eye away and brings on health. |
Nearby |
