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Subject: Re: [9fans] input methods for non-ascii languages
From: "Skip Tavakkolian" <fst@centurytel.net>
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Date: Tue, 29 Jul 2003 21:45:45 -0700
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> I felt that every nation has a similar tendency
> to write their words in art like if possible.

In Persian writings, especially poetry, calligraphy is used to
visually match the beauty of what is being said, and to give a hint of
its tone.  Making the words readable is not the primary consideration.