Zoroastrian

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Zoroastrian

Zoroastrian (pronunciation: /ˌzɔːroʊˈæstriən/) is a religion that was founded in ancient Persia by the prophet Zoroaster. The term is also used to refer to an adherent of this religion.

Etymology

The term "Zoroastrian" is derived from the name of its founder, Zoroaster, which in turn is a Greek rendition of the original Persian name, Zarathustra. The suffix "-ian" is used to denote a follower or adherent.

Related Terms

  • Zoroaster: The founder of Zoroastrianism.
  • Avesta: The primary collection of religious texts of Zoroastrianism.
  • Ahura Mazda: The highest deity of worship in Zoroastrianism.
  • Angra Mainyu: The destructive spirit in Zoroastrianism.
  • Fire Temple: A place of worship for Zoroastrians.
  • Parsi: A member of the larger of the two Zoroastrian communities in South Asia.

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