Principles of Zoroastrianism

Some short major Zoroastrian concepts:

As announced about 3700 years ago by Zarathustra ( Zoroaster)

From Dr. Khosro Khazai Pardis

– The aim of life: It is to set up a happy and joyful existence on this earth. and the aim of our creation is to contribute to the betterment of the world so that every living being: humans, animals and plants live in peace and fullness.

– Equality of men and women: They are equal in all manners within society.

-Environment: Nature is central to the practice of Zoroastrianism and many important Zoroastrian annual festivals are in celebration of nature such as: new year on the first day of spring, the water festival in summer, the autumn festival at the end of the season, and the mid-winter fire festival.

-Hard work and benevolence: Laziness and sloth are condemned and charity is regarded as a good deed.

-Condemnation of oppression toward human beings, cruelty against animals and sacrifice of animals.

-Equality of all humans regardless of race or religion and respect of everything on Earth and in the world is central to Zoroastrianism.

-The symbol of fire: The energy that animate the creation is represented in Zoroastrianism by fire and the sun which are both enduring, radiant, pure and life sustaining. It’s important to note that fire is not worshipped by Zoroastrians, but is used simply as a symbol and a point of focus.

– The prayers: In general rule the Zoroastrians can pray in front of a beautiful sunrise or sunset, in beautiful meadows full of flowers, in front of a blazing fire or in their numerous joyful festivities