The origins of Yalda Night can be traced back to pre-Islamic Persia, particularly to Zoroastrian beliefs. In ancient times, darkness was often associated with evil and uncertainty, while light symbolized goodness, hope, and life. The longest night of the year was therefore considered a critical moment, and people stayed awake together to protect one another from darkness and negative forces. By welcoming the sunrise after Yalda, they celebrated the rebirth of the sun and the return of warmth and vitality to the world.
