A Few Zoroastrian Themes

Zarathushtra


Zarathushtra is the prophet of Zoroastrianism, what is said to be the first monotheistic religion. , dating between 3000-6000 years ago. The Gathas are the words spoken directly from God to Zarathushtra and represent the Holy scriptures. The Gathas are in the Avestan language, the Avesta being Zoroastrian prayers.


Good Vs. Evil


There is an internal battle between Good and Evil with people, and Zoroastrians believe the Good will ultimately prevail and destroy the Evil.

Zoroastrians believe that Ahura Mazda represents the Good. He created the world, mankind, and all that is good. He follows the practice of Good Thoughts, Good Words, and Good Deeds, and Zoroastrians believe that through practicing those tenets, they may find the path to righteousness. Opposing him is Anghra Mainyu, the embodiment of evil, similar to the devil. Ahura Mazda will defeat Anghra Mainyu in the struggle between Good and Evil.


"Fire Worshippers"

Zoroastrians are known as fire worshippers, but they also worship the other elements: Earth, water, and air.

Zoroastrians Today

Zoroastrianism was founded in Persia, which was renamed Iran in the 1930's, but presently Iran is dominated by Muslims. Less than 2% of the population in Zoroastrian. The majority of the Zoroastrians are in India. They are there because following the Arab Invasions in the 7th century, many Zoroastrians avoided persecution by escaping to India. The Zoroastrians who are Indian have taken on the name "Parsi".