The article explains the main points of the importance of studying Persian literature in Russia at the present stage, namely: the state of Russian – Iranian relations, the strengthening of intercultural dialogue between countries. The main methods of studying Persian literature that is used in leading Russian educational institutions (for example, Moscow State University, Ural State University) are presented. These are standards for teaching foreign literature, special reading of a work, and analysis of an art work, game methods and creative tasks. Advantages and disadvantages are noted for each presented method. Modern methods of mastering Persian literature by Russian readers that have become popular due to the development of Internet technologies are listed: online courses, online writing, communication in social networks with native speakers, video lessons, use of special applications, etc. And the most effective methods of learning Persian literature are offered to Russian language learners.
