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Zoroastrianism combines a dualistic cosmology of good and evil with an eschatology that predicts the ultimate triumph of Ahura Mazda over evil. [1] Opinions vary among scholars as to whether the religion is monotheistic, [1] polytheistic, [2] henotheistic, [3] or a combination of all three. [4]
Jun 17, 2024 · Zoroastrianism, ancient pre-Islamic religion of Iran with both monotheistic and dualistic elements that likely influenced the other major religions, including in angelology and eschatology. Zoroastrian communities still exist in Iran and in India, where they are known as Parsis.
Feb 13, 2018 · Zoroastrianism was the state religion of three Persian dynasties, until the Muslim conquest of Persia in the seventh century A.D. Zoroastrian refugees, called Parsis, escaped Muslim persecution...
Dec 12, 2019 · Zoroastrianism is the monotheistic faith established by the Persian prophet Zoroaster (also given as Zarathustra, Zartosht) between c. 1500-1000 BCE.
Apr 23, 2019 · Zoroastrianism is arguably the world’s oldest monotheistic religion. It centers on the words of the prophet Zarathushtra, called Zoroaster by the ancient Greeks, and focuses worship upon Ahura Mazda, the Lord of Wisdom.
Zoroastrianism is one of the oldest living world-religions. Professor Almut Hintze explores its history and some of the key components of the religion: its beliefs, sacred texts and rituals.
Jun 7, 2024 · Zoroastrianism is the world's oldest surviving monotheistic religion, influencing concepts of heaven, hell, Satan and Judgment Day in Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Founded by Zarathushtra in Central Asia, Zoroastrianism worships Ahura Mazda, promotes choosing good over evil and emphasizes actions over beliefs.
Sep 22, 2009 · Guide to the ancient religion of Zoroastrianism, including history, modern practices, beliefs and worship.
Zoroastrianism is one of the oldest living world-religions. Professor Almut Hintze explores its history and some of the key components of the religion: its beliefs, sacred texts and rituals.
Apr 24, 2024 · One of the world’s most ancient and influential religions, Zoroastrianism thrived until the 7 th century A.D.—and is still practiced today. Here are some fascinating facts about the religion.
