Zoroastrianism Religion and Spirituality

Zoroastrianism Religion and Spirituality

Zoroastrianism

Zoroastrianism is the ancient religion of Persia. It was founded about 3500 years ago by the prophet Zarathushtra. Arising out of the polytheistic traditions of ancient India and Iran, he was one of the first monotheists in human history. Zarathushtra preached that there was one God, whom he called Ahura Mazda. Ahura means "Lord," and Mazda means "Wise," so Zoroastrians call God the "Wise Lord." Zarathushtra has been known in the West as Zoroaster, from the Greek transliteration of his name; in Persia and India he is known as Zarthosht.

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- The complete text of the extant Avesta, the most ancient scriptures of Zoroastrianism, as well as many Pahlavi scriptures. Information about the Avestan language, and substantial resources for students of Zoroastrian religion.

- A personal comparative journey from a Zoroastrian point of view through 6000 years covering taboo, totemism, primal religions, animism, Sumerian myths, Egyptian myths, Mithraism, Zoroastrianism, Sabianism, Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
- Information on the original teachings of the Zoroastrian religion, its founder and its influence and similarites with mayor world religions. Discusses its univeral message and its relevance today.
- News concerning Zoroastrianism and Zoroastrian people across the globe.
- Parsis, Fellow Zoroastrians. Welcome to Vision-Divine.com - a site featuring services like games, matrimonials, egreetings, downloadable wallpapers, and chat.
- This website details details nine different sects of Zoroastrianism, some still alive and some dead for years.
- The site contains a word by word translation of the Avesta and the Gatha (the sacred books of the Zoroastrian religion). It also contains other information of the Zoroastrian community throughout the world.
- A forum for ongoing discussions about Zoroastrianism and Mazdakism.
- Monthly magazine for the international Zoroastrian and Parsi community.
- Details the Zoroastrian Association of Metropolitan Chicago, and gives some general info on Zoroastrianism
- Worldwide community centre.
- The tenets of the religion, religious articles and stories.
- Gives information on the Zoroastrian religion and Persian history, art and culture. Offers a newsletter and web design services.
- This website provides links to online translations of several Zoroastrian holy texts.
- A description of various Zoroastrian beliefs, as well as links to holy books online and a history of Zarathustra.
- A personal page with Zoroastrian information and references on the Zoroastrian Calendar, Prayers, and Fire-temples.
- Formed to promote Zarathushti/Zoroastrian Culture, art and sport. Home of Gatha Group, ZIFF (Zrarthushti International Film/video Festival), and Rostam-Simin Culture-Art Competitions.
- Activities of the World body, WZO, and information about the ancient religion of Zarathusthra.
- Zoroastrian religion, history, and culture. Information on Zoroastrians in Shiraz, Persepolis, Iran.
- The Ancient Iranian Cultural & Religious Research and Development Center Website. Information on Zarathustra, his teachings, and ancient Iranian culture.
- Zoroastrianism is the ancient religion of Persia, founded about 3500 years ago by the prophet Zarathushtra. This article provides a brief overview of its principle tenents.
- Encyclopedia Mythica Article discussing Ahura Mazdah ("Lord Wisdom") who is the supreme god of the Zoroastrian religion.
- Information on Zoroastrian activities and on who Zoroastrians are.
- Local Anjuman of the United Kingdom and the Federation of Aunjumans in Europe for Parsi and Irani Zarthusti members. Site provides event calendar, library and facility hours and information, and news releases.
- A Web Journal dedicated to distribution of information on The Religion of the Prophet Zarathushtra and the Zarathushti Heritage. The Vohuman.Org Journal is published quarterly on this web site.
- List of references to Zoroastrianism and Parsis in mainstream science fiction novels.
- A not-for-profit coordinating organization for Zoroastrian Associations in North America. Religious materials, scholarship information, and an online journal.
- A personal essay describing basic concepts of this Persian religion and the possible connection between it and Germanic mythology.
- A large, comprehensive website about the Zoroastrian religion. It contains feature articles, links to other websites, a question hotline, and a sixteen-lesson online reference book designed to teach anyone about the basics of the Zoroastrian religion.
- The socoety explains its history, aims and activities. Includes a list of the committee, newsletter and event listing.
- A non-profit organisation committed to the maintenance of the Zoroastrian religion in Western Australia.
- List of famous Zoroastrians, including government leaders, musicians, writers, etc.
- A portal for Zoroastrians, including discussion forum, newsletter, and directory of people, news, and businesses.
- A religious corporation established with the aim of studying and disseminating information on the Divine Message of Zarathushtra and promoting the Zarathushtrian Fellowship.
- This website provides a simple description of Zoroastrianism, for non-Zoroastrians interested in the religion.
- Basic information with forums and links.
- A fully ordained Zoroastrian Priest performs religious services for everyone around the world.
- Dedicated to the Spiritual Philosophy of Zarathushtra and Zoroastrianism. Includes a Zoroastrian Cyber-Temple, articles and discussion groups.

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