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As Authorities Frown, Valentine's Day Finds Place in Iran's Heart.
- Source :
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Wall Street Journal - Eastern Edition . 2/12/2004, Vol. 243 Issue 30, pA1-A6. 0p. 1 Color Photograph. - Publication Year :
- 2004
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Abstract
- Focuses on the recognition of Valentine's Day in Iran. Social conditions in Iran, suggesting the celebration of love and sensuality will not be tolerated by the government; How the young Iranians have picked up on the Western-style celebration of Valentine's Day; Efforts of the government to crack down on people attempting to recognize Valentine's Day; Percentage increase in the price of flowers during the week leading up to Valentine's Day, indicating a potential economic gain; How Valentine goods enter the country; Penalties to be assessed by the government if citizens do not adhere to strict religious laws of Islam known as Sharia.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00999660
- Volume :
- 243
- Issue :
- 30
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Wall Street Journal - Eastern Edition
- Publication Type :
- News
- Accession number :
- 12210373