Treasures in the heart of the Persian Gulf

Mehr News Agency, Provinces Group- Hamed Arabzadeh: February 7, World Mother Language Day is a valuable opportunity to remind the importance of languages ​​that, although a small population may speak, they carry the identity, history and culture of different nations and societies.

On this World Day, dealing with local Iranian languages ​​and dialects is of paramount importance; Languages ​​that each form part of the linguistic and cultural diversity of our country. In the meantime, language AnchorThe native language of the island people Kharg In the Persian Gulf, an example of linguistic treasures that require attention and protection.

Language Anchor Is not only a local dialect; Rather a living voice from the heart of island history Kharg Is. An island that has been on the path of maritime trade and cultural communication with other Gulf countries, India and East Africa for centuries, and has played a key role in regional exchanges in various historical periods.

From a historical point of view, Kharg In various periods, such as the Achaemenid, Sassanid and Islamic era, it has maintained its strategic importance. The presence of Portuguese and Dutch in the past centuries and colonial competitions over the mastery of the Persian Gulf trade routes Kharg Has been influenced.

Language Anchor In his heart, the traces of this history maintains the ups and downs and, as a living language, narrates part of the region's historical and cultural interactions.

Language Anchor A combination of history and culture

One expert in Persian language and literature told Mehr reporter: From a scientific perspective, language Anchor Due to the special position of the island KhargIt has been influenced by many languages ​​and dialects.

Hassan Rezaei added: In this language we can see signs of ancient and middle Persian, Arabic vocabulary and linguistic effects caused by commercial relationships with India and East Africa.

He continued: Some language terms and structures Anchor Reminiscent of periods that Kharg It was part of a larger maritime business network.

The writer added: Language said: Language Anchor With its unique vocabulary and specific pronunciations, it brings a live map of the linguistic developments of southern Iran.

He said: For linguists, it is like a natural laboratory in which the linguistic effects of trade, migration and colonialism can be observed and analyzed.

Native language column and cultural memory

World Mother Language Day is reminiscent of the fact that every local language is more than a set of grammatical words and rules. The mother tongue of every society carries historical memory, cultural identity, and specific ways of looking at the world. Language Anchor Also such a role for the island people Kharg Pays.

Proverbs, local stories, indigenous songs, and even how to express people's feelings and beliefs KhargAll in the context of language Anchor They are formed.

This language to people Kharg It belongs to the feeling and links them to their maternal land and historical background. In fact, language Anchor It is a mirror that reflects the culture and worldview of the people of the island.

The need for language protection Anchor

One of the island's inhabitants Kharg He told the Mehr reporter: Despite linguistic and cultural values, language Anchor Like many local languages ​​and dialects, there are many challenges.

Heidar Gashtasb continued: Expanding formal and dominant languages, the impact of the media and cyberspace, immigration and lifestyle change are all factors that threaten the dynamics of language Anchor They are considered.

He added: “From a scientific point of view, every local language contains valuable data on historical immigration, trade and cultural interactions.” Losing language AnchorIt means the loss of some of the linguistic data that can give us clues to the historical developments in the Persian Gulf.

Gashtasb said: It is necessary to preserve this valuable language, such as documenting the vocabulary and rules of the language. AnchorEducation in Island Schools, Production of Cultural and Media Content in Language Anchor And hold cultural festivals.

He also added that supporting academic research in the field of linguistics and anthropology can help preserve and revitalize this dialect.

Language Anchor

Lotfollah Alipour, President of the Islamic City Council Kharg In a conversation with Mehr reporter on the third language of language Anchor It announced on the island.

He emphasized the importance of preserving native language and culture Kharg He said: Language AnchorIt is part of the island's historical and cultural identity, and holding it will be an opportunity to preserve, introduce and transfer it to future generations.

Referring to the anticipated programs at the event, Alipour added: “In this care, researchers, artists and enthusiasts will come together to examine the position of language in the form of lectures, performances and special programs. Anchor And to maintain and promote it.

City Council Chairman Kharg He also appreciated the support and cooperation of the executive and cultural agencies for the better holding of the ceremony and expressed hope that the event is an effective step in preserving the intangible island legacy of the island. Kharg Be.

World Mother Language Day reminds us that linguistic diversity is part of the cultural wealth of humanity. Every local language and dialect is a unique window into the world, and the destruction of each of them means closing a window into part of human experience.

Language AnchorAs the native language of the island KhargIt carries part of the identity and history of southern Iran. Besides the economic and strategic importance KhargThe language and culture of its people are also part of our cultural heritage that must be preserved. If today to protect the language Anchor Let's not step, tomorrow may only remain in the pages of historical books and linguistic studies.

Protecting language AnchorTo protect the identity, history and culture of the Persian Gulf; The identity that shines like a pearl in the heart of these waters and deserves to be preserved for future generations.