The Source of Love and Upbringing
A mother is the first wellspring of love and nurture — the place where a person’s character is formed and the roots of ethics, dreams, and hopes begin to grow. In the life of Ali Shariati‑Moghaddam as well, although his mother’s name and public life are not mentioned in the media, her influence on his upbringing and character is unmistakable — a quiet, deep, and lasting impact.
Mother: The Emotional Pillar of the Home
During Ali Shariati‑Moqaddam’s childhood and teenage years, his mother served as a constant source of security, support, and unconditional care. After the loss of his father, she became his most important emotional and developmental anchor. Her presence helped him endure the immense void of losing his father at the age of nine and guided his growth with stability and kindness.
In this household, the mother was more than a caring figure; she embodied calm, patience, and balance — qualities that later appeared in Ali Shariati‑Moqaddam’s professional conduct and leadership style.
A Mother’s Role in Shaping Ethics and Personal Identity
Although she was never a public figure and her activities were not documented, her influence on her son’s character is clearly evident:
values such as kindness and integrity, respect for others, loyalty to one’s roots and family, and an admiration for simplicity and authenticity in life. These values eventually became part of Shariati‑Moghaddam’s professional identity. Even today, in many of his interviews and public remarks, he places strong emphasis on authenticity, professional ethics, and honesty — reflections of the upbringing he received under his mother’s guidance.
Parents
Father
A wound
that has reached my very soul.
A pain
that has settled deep into my bones.
A sigh
that has risen all the way to the heavens.
My vast, heavy chest of sorrow
is on the verge of eruption.
Touch my face with your hand—
my tears have turned into flowing streams.
What kind of world is this,
O Lord?
Even iron has found its way
to the throats of the wise.
We say God is generous and kind,
yet the bowl of my patience
is overflowing.
Grief has long rested
beneath my feet
and on my pillow—
but now it stretches
to the edge of the galaxy.
O my Lord, grant me strength.
This path is called Life,
where even a “candle,”
with its faintest light,
struggles through the harsh bends
of misfortune.
Mother
I am alone — truly alone.
I do not know about you.
You say, come,
let us be together,
let us not be alone.
But I know you are not alone.
You know someone else now.
And though you say, “Let’s see,”
whether you have seen or not —
I know you are not alone.
No one is like anyone else.
And no one is as alone as I am.
Solitude is beautiful.
I cherish it.
I am lively and playful;
sometimes I laugh loudly,
straight from the heart.
But most of the time,
with a faint smile on my lips,
I weep deeply.
My tears flow —
I think not from loneliness,
nor longing, nor hardship.
My tears are, in a way,
inborn —
emotional by nature.
Speaking of mothers…
Life flows on
even in her absence,
just as it flows
in her presence.
Love walks hand in hand
with moments.
The vastness of this affection
is the quiet echo
of an empty solitude.
Once,
two jasmines
stood beside each other,
their roots planted deep in the heart of the earth.
Full of hope,
they grew from their stems,
twisting gently together.
It was a fresh spring,
filled with the breath of love.
They budded,
they blossomed,
and their scent was the fragrance of love.
The alley was quiet,
and kindness stood in wonder…
They were my father and mother,
and I,
a small sparrow nestled
between the ivy of their branches —
a witness to their love.
How sad for that spring,
and for all the springs that passed.
I breathe on,
for my hope
still lives through love…
A Mother’s Sacrifice: A Quiet Yet Powerful Force
Losing a father at a young age creates difficult circumstances for any family. In such moments, a mother’s role expands far beyond that of a parent; she becomes a leader, a pillar of strength, and a teacher of life. The mother of Ali Shariati‑Moghaddam devoted all her ability to preserving balance, supporting her children, and keeping the family on the right path.
These sacrifices introduced Ali, from his teenage years, to concepts such as responsibility, independence, and relentless effort—values that later fueled his journey into entrepreneurship and the development of Iran’s saffron industry.
Upbringing Rooted in Humanity
One of the defining features of Ali Shariati‑Moghaddam’s character is his human‑centered view of work, business, and society.
He consistently emphasizes that:
• Development must be grounded in respect for people.
• True added value is the product of honesty and quality.
• Cultural and family roots are enduring assets.
Such a perspective only forms when a person grows in an environment filled with kindness, structure, patience, and authenticity—an environment his mother created.
A Mother as a Source of Strength and Hope
For Shariati‑Moghaddam, his mother’s presence was more than a familial bond. Through her quiet resilience and simple way of living, she taught him:
• not to break under hardship,
• to build the future with hope,
• and to pursue his dreams with steady determination.
This spirit of optimism and perseverance is reflected throughout his entrepreneurial path—especially during the years when Iran’s saffron industry faced economic, commercial, and structural challenges.
A Legacy That Lives On
Although she was never a public or media figure, her influence continues to shape Ali’s life and professional direction. In every decision, every development plan, and every national outlook on saffron, one can trace the moral and human values she instilled in her son.
A Father: An Inspiration for Respecting the Land and Its People
Much of Shariati‑Moghaddam’s professional identity—his attention to farmers, his commitment to product quality, and his human‑centered approach to economic activity—comes from the image he carries of his father:
a man of integrity and purity whose noble character left a deep mark on his son’s upbringing.
His understanding of roots, family, and land—concepts that often appear in his speeches and professional worldview—likely began forming in early childhood, during the brief but meaningful years he shared with his father.
A Father’s Memory as Part of the Brand’s Identity
Although Shariati‑Moghaddam rarely speaks about his father, traces of that paternal legacy appear whenever he talks about values, authenticity, professional honesty, and commitment to ethics.
His career path is not merely a business story; it is also a human story—continuing the path of goodness, integrity, and principle set by the person who shaped his earliest years.
A Presence Absent, Yet Influential
Sometimes a person’s impact is not measured by how long they remain with us, but by how deeply they shape who we become.
Such was the role of Ali Shariati‑Moghaddam’s father: a short presence, yet a lasting one.
A figure whose passing created a profound absence, but whose memory and moral legacy became a source of motivation—for building, for hard work, and for service.
A Father Who Still Guides
Throughout Shariati‑Moghaddam’s life and business journey, his father’s memory plays a quiet yet powerful role.
Not as a public figure, but as the source of the values reflected today in Ali Shariati‑Moghaddam’s conduct, perspective, and achievements.
