Zoroastrianism

What is “Asha”?

Natural law that keeps the world spinningin harmony and balance, guiding moral order and truth in Zoroastrianism.

What is “Druj?”

The concept of chaos, falsehood, and disorder in Zoroastrianism, representing the opposite of Asha. Angra Maingo follows this.

Who is Angra Maingu?

The main antagonist in Zoroastrianism, representing chaos and evil, and the embodiment of Druj. He seeks to disrupt Asha and create disorder in the world.

Who is Ahura Mazda?

The supreme god in Zoroastrianism, representing truth, light, and goodness. Ahura Mazda is the creator of the universe and embodies Asha.

When are people born in Zoroasttrianism?

People are born when they’re ready to fight. They are considered warriors.

Who can defeat Angra Mainyu?

Only us humans can defeat Angra Mainyu.

How does Angra Mainyu attack Ahurda Mazda?

Angra Mainyu attacks Ahura Mazda by spreading falsehood, chaos, and evil in the world, opposing the divine order. Fir example Ahura Mazda created love so Angra Mainyu created death.

What is “Frasho Kereti”?

World that is perfect once again. This is the goal.

How can we kill Angra Mainyu?

Fighting things he created such as war.

What are the two problematics in Zoroastrianism?

Angra Mainyu and people who follow daruj. Can’t just ignore what Angra Mainyu created, have to actually fight it.

How can you make Angra Mainyu stronger?

If you do something good for the wrong reasons. Such as only doing a good deed to get into heaven. This can empower Angra Mainyu, as it reflects hypocrisy and insincerity in one's actions.

What matters?

Actions, thoughts, words.

What is the social expression in Zoroastrianism?

We have to work together to kill Angra Mainyu.

What is Narjote?

Ritual for children 6-12 which makes them officially part of the Zoroastrianism religion. Means to ultimate transformation.

What two objects do the children receive during Narjote?

Sadra, Kusti.

What is a “Sadra”

Undershirt (most always wear it. Reminds them they’re warriors. Also protects them against Angra Mainyu. Contains pocket that contains good deeds, thoughts, words.

Kusti

Rope that ties around waist 3 times to represent good deeds, good words, good thoughts.

How many times do they pray a day?

5

What happens when someone dies?

The body is washed, Krusti and Sadra are put om top of them. Can’t be burried or cremated because can’t contaminate body with death since Angra Mainyu created death.

If they can’t cremate or bury the body what do they do with it?

Put on tower of silence, when just bones put in common pit.

What is Fravashi?

Spark of God that exists in everything and guides everything according to Asha.