A Structural Study of Love Stories in Shahnameh

One of the most attractive parts of Shahnameh is undoubtedly the love stories which stand out among epic and mythical stories. Since Shahnameh is considered to be an epic work، everything in it is influenced by the epic theme and its love stories have been neglected. What is interesting and important about Shahnameh\''s love stories is that in most cases the lovers fulfill their love. Like water، love in Shahnameh is limpid and running; it does not flow towards lust and instinct، but it is used to freshen the champion and human spirit. Roodabeh، Tahmineh، and Manijeh are enchanted only when they see manliness and immortality in heroes. Women accompany men in the fight between good and evil. They are both lovers and fellow combatants.