121. Zoroastrian - Definition Of Zoroastrian In Encyclopedia zoroastrianism was adapted from an earlier, polytheistic faith by Zarathushtra (Zoroaster) in Persia between 1400 BC and 1200 BC (although, in the absence http://encyclopedia.laborlawtalk.com/Zoroastrian

Add to Favorites General Encyclopedia Legal ... Law forum Search Word: Visit our Law forums Labor Law Accidents Law Bankruptcy Law Business Law ... Tax Law Zoroastrianism was adapted from an earlier, polytheistic faith by Zarathushtra Zoroaster ) in Persia between 1400 BC and 1200 BC (although, in the absence of written records, some scholars estimate as late as 600 BC ). Its alternative name, Mazdaism , comes from the central Zoroastrian deity, Ahura Mazda Contents showTocToggle("show","hide") 1 Overview 2 History 3 Principles of Zoroastrianism 4 Adherents ... 7 External links Overview Zoroastrianism combines elements of monotheism and dualism . Many modern scholars believe that Zoroastrianism had a large influence on Judaism Mithraism and Manichaeism , and thus indirectly influenced Christianity and Islam The holy book of Zoroastrianism is the Avesta . Of the Avesta, only the Gathas (the hymns ) are attributed to Zoroaster (also known by his Avestan name: Zarathushtra Central to Zoroastrianism is the world's constant struggle between Good and Evil. In the beginning of creation, the Supreme God (" Ahura Mazda ") created two twin spirits for good (" Spenta Mainyu ") and for evil (" Angra Mainyu " or " Ahriman "). Men are free to choose the path of either spirit. The path of good or righteousness ("

122. Zoroastrianism -- Beliefnet.com Main Tenets zoroastrian theology is strongly dualistic. Main Sacred Text The zoroastrian Avesta ( Book of the Law ) is a fragmentary collection of http://www.beliefnet.com/index/index_10035.html

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123. ANTOLAK :: The Zoroastrian Houses Of Yazd The zoroastrian Houses of Yazd. by antolak at 1013AM (IST) on April 16, “Persia, with its love of gardens and flowers, was zoroastrian before it was http://antolak.myblogsite.com/blog/_archives/2005/4/16/587317.html

ANTOLAK admin login help reader account ... Main Page Previous: Terra Incognita Next: Language is a finger pointing at the moon The Zoroastrian Houses of Yazd by antolak Permanent Link Cosmos The Zoroastrian Houses of Yazd by Ryszard Antolak A review of the article by Mary Boyce Sometimes old buildings possess the virtue to express far better than words the fears and uncertainties of nations or religious groups. The old Zoroastrian houses of Yazd are one such example. Civil and religious persecution have dictated the style and pattern of their unusual architecture. Memories of repression are encoded in the design of their thick adobe walls. They are voices frozen into stone. Yazd is situated on a high, arid plateau at the interface of two mighty deserts (the Dasht-e Lut and the Dasht-e Kavir). It was once an important station on the Silk Road , famous for its fabrics and textiles (1). For many years, its splendid isolation protected it from political upheavals in the rest of Iran . After the Mongol invasions that saw the total disappearance of Zoroastrian populations from the provinces of Sistan and Khorasan, Yazd emerged unharmed, protected by its vast expanses of featureless desert. It became a haven for Zoroastrians from all over

124. Zoroastrian Religion: Sacred Fire Of The Zoroastrian Faith Sacred Fire of the zoroastrian Faith Fire has been revered and worshipped in ancient cultures worldwide. In Greek mythology, the Titan Prometheus, http://www.experiencefestival.com/a/Zoroastrianism/id/50226

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126. Iranian Zoroastrian Women's Organization enhance their cultural status, and help them in all aspects of their family and social affairs. This Organization is managed by zoroastrian women. http://www.salamiran.org/Women/Organisations/izwo.html

Iranian Zoroastrian Women's Organization This Organization came into existence in 1945-46 in order to serve Zoroastrian women, enhance their cultural status, and help them in all aspects of their family and social affairs. This Organization is managed by Zoroastrian women. Objectives: Non-interference in political affairs; non-adherence to political parties; adherence to the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Assistance to needy Zoroastrians. Activities: Arranging classes in different subjects such as sewing, handicraft, cooking, design and calligraphy. Holding meetings, seminars/conferences, free discussions on religious and social issues. Activities in social and cultural fields. Economy Religion Iran Information Women ... Index Last Updated: Thursday, 13-Jun-2002 11:50:13 EDT

127. Zoroastrian zoroastrian Studies Council. Course Offering, Fall 2005. REL 324 zoroastrian Cosmology, Eschatology, Ethics and Ritual http://www.cgu.edu/pages/1826.asp

Prospective Students Current Students How to Apply to CGU CGU Religion Dean's Welcome About SoR Affiliated Institutes ... Give a Gift to CGU Quick Links Academic Calendar CGU Catalog Campus Directory Career Management Employment Events Calendar FLAME Magazine Information Technology International Students The Libraries Media Services Student Financing CGU Home Academic Programs Religion Councils Zoroastrian Studies Council Educating for Religious Pluralism Building bridges between religious communities and councils The Zoroastrian religion is little known in the United States although it has been an important influence on the development of Judaism, Christianity and Islam in the West and Hinduism and Buddhism in the East. The School of Religion is committed to offering courses to provide graduates who will go on to teach religion at colleges and universities, a thorough grounding in Zoroastrian religious ideas and its relationships with the world’s religious traditions. With the guidance of our Zoroastrian Council we are seeking to bring knowledge of this ancient, yet modern religion to our students. Council Members Mojgan Anravi Arman Ariane David Shahrooz Ash William Brown Armita Dalal Jason Dunnaibe Yasaman Farin Bomi M. Ghadiali

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