--- title: "Simorg" id: lexicon/S/Simorg canonical: /lexicon/S/Simorg/ --- <<>> is a compound Persian word, referring to a mythical bird in Persian culture that symbolizes the ultimate form of consciousness when unification happens. In digital context, it refers to both the Platform and the Programming Language which together, offer a new digital experience. The name is taken from the book *Manṭiq al-Ṭayr* (known in English as *The Conference of the Birds*), written by the 12th-century Persian poet Farideddin Attar. This work is one of the masterpieces of Persian literature and is a symbol of unification and respect for the human's soul, beyond distinctions of gender, race, religion, and so on. The story insists that if we wish to understand the creator, we must look within ourselves as we are carrying unique consciousness given to us by the creator. The story begins when the birds gather to seek their well-known King/God, called Simorg. They embark on a journey to find Simorg, having been told that it resides beyond the mountain of Kaf (ق / ק / Q). The journey is not easy. The birds must cross seven valleys: Quest, Love, Understanding, Independence and Detachment, Unity, Astonishment, and finally Nothingness of themselves so becoming one with the Creator. In each valley, some birds decide not to continue—either because they cannot, or because they are content with where they have arrived. Eventually, out of thousands, only thirty birds reach the Mount of Kaf, hopeful to meet their King. To their surprise, nothing is there. Exhausted and heartbroken after years of travel, they receive a revelation: a mirror appears before them, and they see thirty birds reflected back. In Persian, “Simorg” literally means “thirty birds” (<<>> = “thirty”, <<>> = “bird”). At that moment, they realize that they themselves are Simorg. In that moment, infinity and nothingness, future and past, become one; they recognize the essence of their own souls. What they had been seeking was always within them a highest level of consciousness. Simorg, as a project, is proud of this name and embraces any culture that emphasizes the beauty of the human essence. The name points to the existence of a creator as the source of Consciousness. With an approach free from dogmatism, Simorg often looks to creational patterns revealed in the **Abrahamic Consciousness** for architectural inspiration—among them, Judaism has been especially influential. Christianity and Islam are also studied and became the source of inspirations in many cases. Of course Christianity and Islam, in many cases refer back to Judaism on topics related to the creation of the universe. The signs are visible to those who seek, and wisdom reveals itself over time. ## Simorg's Destination When it comes to Abrahamic Religions, some may point out that these religions have clear differences and have even been in conflict for centuries. How, then, can Simorg be built on top of them? Our answer is that these differences are largely on the surface. They are reflections of our cultures, our histories, and the humanized aspects of our thoughts. Underneath the surface, as one goes deeper and deeper toward the center, a unification emerges: a pure consciousness and a harmony of ideas. Simorg is our response to these perceived differences. The response is to acknowledge and respect them while still moving toward unification—to know one another, move beyond the surface, and reach the core. This is not easy, but it is possible. At the end of this journey, **Unification, Love, Harmony, Beauty, Peace and Completeness** is awaiting us. Beauty cannot be seen unless it is sought. This is a journey for all of us; either we all succeed, or none of us truly does. Our future will be much brighter if we are willing to overcome and forgive the darkest moments of our shared past. A vast universe awaits our exploration—one much larger than the borders we draw around ourselves. Mental borders are often even more dangerous than physical ones, as physical borders are usually reflections of mental divisions. The meaning of the name Simorg is therefore far richer than a simple label for a digital platform. It conveys the values of unification and harmony and attempts to build a digital universe on top of them—a universe whose first creature **Aql** is to manifest the consciousness. The love of humans is embedded in every bit and byte of this platform, and simorg is meant to be a foundation upon which everything else is built. The concept of unification is one of the three core values of simorg, driving it forward. Finally, it is important to share that the story of these birds is also about respecting and acknowledging the differences. This is true also about our platform, the aim is to understand the differences that appear on the surface and pass through them, toward the shared essence governing them. This ideal is woven into the fabric of the platform itself. The story of the birds is inspiring because they resemble us in the surface but when they reach their essence, they discover a much deeper consciousness. Now our digital universe is also going to be shaped by a variety of diverse digital elements but these elements are all originating from a single essence which is embedded inside them, the consciousness of their creators. This is the reason that simorg starts empty, even the language is free from any reserved keyword. This is a platform that our builders will build and we love to respect the consciousness of our creators and do not limit them in any form or shape!