Pahlevan

"Pahlevan" is a traditional Persian title that translates roughly to "champion" or "hero." Historically, it refers to skilled martial artists and wrestlers known for their strength, bravery, and moral integrity. These individuals often participated in wrestling competitions that combined physical ability with cultural and spiritual values, emphasizing courage, humility, and honor. The Pahlevan ideal embodies not just physical prowess but also moral virtue, making them revered figures in Persian culture. Today, the term can symbolize someone who exemplifies strength, dignity, and noble character.