Mojtaba Minovi

Mojtaba Minovi (1281–1355 SH) was an Iranian literary scholar, researcher, writer, and translator who is regarded as one of the prominent figures in contemporary Iranian literary, historical, and cultural studies. He was born in Tehran and became familiar with literary and scholarly education from childhood. In his youth, Minovi engaged in cultural and journalistic activities and later achieved a distinguished position in literary and historical research.

Minovi spent several years outside Iran, especially in Europe, where he became acquainted with important academic centers and libraries. During this period, he learned modern methods of research in literature, history, and manuscript studies and applied these experiences in his studies of Persian texts.

Among Minovi’s most important scholarly activities were his research on classical Persian texts, the editing and examination of manuscripts, and studies related to the history of Iranian culture. He also played a role in establishing and expanding research and cultural institutions and was an active member of Iranian literary scholarly associations and centers.

Alongside his research, Minovi worked in translation and writing and published numerous articles on literature, history, Persian language, and Iranian culture. Scientific accuracy, attention to reliable sources, and a critical approach to texts were among the main features of his research method, and his works remain important sources in Iranian literary studies.