Zoroastrianism

Zoroastrianism is an Iranian monotheistic religion that is one of the world’s oldest organized faiths. Founded by the prophet Zoroaster, Zoroastrianism focuses on the struggle between the all powerful, benevolent creator Ahura Mazda and Angra Maihyu, a destructive evil spirit. Once a major regional religion, Zoroastrianism is now a smaller faith practiced by approximately two hundred thousand people worldwide.

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black silhouette of farahavar

The winged symbol now associated with Zoroastrianism is known as the “Faravahar.” Its exact meaning and history are unknown: there are a variety of interpretations of it, including that it represents the fravashi, or individual spirit or soul.  It may also be a representation of Ahura Mazda, though he is generally thought not to have a physical form and is often not depicted in Zoroastrian art.

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