Those of you who are comfortable typing Persian may be frustrated with the forums because the default theme (“Developer”) is set from left to right.  Don’t panic!  All you need to do is switch from the default theme to the Persian right to left theme (“Developer-pe-rtl”).  When you change the theme, you change the direction, but all the data remains the same.  And you can easily switch back.  Effectively, you can interface with the forum in two different modes.  Here’s how it works:

This website is compatible with Persian script. 

1. you can write comments in Persian,
2. post on the Forums in Persian,
3. even search in Persian. 

How?  Here are some tips for viewing Persian script properly on your browser, setting up your computer for Persian input in PC and Mac, and typing in Persian. 

We love language! This website is dedicated to the exploration of Persian and English and language in general. Being bilingual is cool. It all started with these double sided magnets which have really helped us in our enjoyment of language. For one thing, designing magnets required us to break down the language into parts and particles of speech. This is really handy for deconstructing language and gaining a quick and intuitive grasp of it. The magnets are part of a larger mission, with a sweeping vision.  Read on for the details of our secret agenda.

In English, to make a promise is to “give someone your word” that you will do something.  With the Persian word magnets, you can give someone your word literally!

In this instructional video, the mysteries of Beshkan will be revealed!  First, are you right handed or left handed?  The video shows a left-handed beshkan (actually, right handed, taken in the mirror.).  The frames below that show the right hand Beshkan.  Now, let’s go to video:

What is Beshkan?

“Beshkan” is traditional Persian two handed finger snapping.  We don’t know how traditional it is, or when it originated, but we do have some live footage to show you that you, too, can make this freaky sound.  No double jointedness required.  Ordinary hands will suffice.