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Isaiah 45 with Ahura Mazda as the One True God and the God of Israel as Angra Mainyu (The Devil) Cyrus the Great was a devout Zoroastrain, his god was Ahura Mazda Isaiah 45 Empowerment of Leaders : Verse 1 : Ahura Mazda calls Cyrus His anointed and describes how He will help him conquer nations. Interpretation : Ahura Mazda empowers leaders to fulfill divine purposes, bringing about justice and order.
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Zoroastrianism: The missing link? Zoroastrianism, the world's oldest monotheistic religion, has profoundly influenced several modern faiths. Founded by the prophet Zoroaster in ancient Persia, Zoroastrianism introduced concepts such as heaven, hell, and the final judgment, which have become integral to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Dualism and the Concept of Good vs.
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Jesus Emphasizes Worship of the Father Ahura Mazda Matthew 4:10 : Context : During Jesus' temptation in the wilderness. Verse : "Jesus said to him, 'Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’" John 4:23-24 : Context : Jesus speaks to the Samaritan woman at the well. Verses : "Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks.
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Zoroastrians and the 144,000: Exploring Possible Connections The concept of the 144,000 mentioned in the Book of Revelation has intrigued scholars and theologians for centuries. While traditionally interpreted as a symbolic representation of the twelve tribes of Israel, some have explored the possibility of these individuals representing other righteous groups, including Zoroastrians. Let's examine some similarities and connections between the 144,000 and the Zoroastrians, incorporating new evidence and perspectives. 1.
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Reasons and "Proof" Supporting the Theory that Jesus was a Zoroastrian Historical Context Persian Influence : The Persian Empire, where Zoroastrianism was practiced, had significant interactions with neighboring regions, including Judea. Cultural and religious exchanges were common. Travel and Trade Routes : Established trade routes between the Middle East and Persia would have facilitated travel and communication.
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A Zoroastrian Reflection on John 10:31–36 and the Eternal Fire in Every Soul In the Gospel of John 10:31–36, Jesus is threatened with stoning for blasphemy after declaring, “I and the Father are one.” Rather than retreat, he confronts the religious leaders with a paradox hidden in their own scripture: “Is it not written in your law, I said, ‘Ye are gods’?” (John 10:34, referencing Psalm 82:6 ) “If he called them…
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An Unpopular Response to an Uncomfortable Question It started, as most uncomfortable conversations do, with someone trying to be cruel. A user posted in the Zoroastrian community forum last week. No greeting. No context. Just this: "Why are you wasting your time with a dead religion? Zoroastrianism has 140,000 followers worldwide. Buddhism has 500 million. Islam has 1.8 billion. You are building a website for a religion that will be clinically extinct before your grandchildren are born.
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Across all ancient traditions, there echoes a memory — of a realm beyond this world, not defined by punishment or tribal favoritism, but by harmony, joy, and divine praise. In Zoroastrianism, it is called Garōdmān , the House of Song. And whether openly or veiled, this same archetype appears in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam — remnants of a truth deeper than doctrine. 1.
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Do you believe in Paradise? If so, do you believe in the Avesta? Lets examine the first time the word was ever used. It comes from the Zoroastrian religious text The Avesta and the language is Avestan. The god of these people was Ahura Mazda. Now lets investigate.... Avestan Origins Avestan Language : Avestan is an ancient Iranian language in which the sacred texts of Zoroastrianism were composed.
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A Historical Exposé for eFireTemple At eFireTemple, we rekindle the eternal flame of Asha , the divine truth bestowed by Zarathustra through Ahura Mazda, the Wise Lord and uncreated Creator. The prevailing narrative of Western monotheism casts Yahweh and the Christian God as singular, self-revealing deities, yet a wealth of historical evidence reveals a suppressed lineage rooted in Zoroastrianism.
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The Bridge to Paradise Parallelisms between the New Testament and the Yasna Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds Yasna 34.1: Text : "With good thoughts, good words, and good deeds, we shall gain Your favor, O Ahura Mazda." Parallel in Jesus' Teachings : Matthew 7:17 : "Likewise, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit." Explanation : Both texts emphasize the importance of aligning one's thoughts, words, and actions with goodness to gain divine favor.
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by Diesel The Magus Zoroastrianism is recognized as the oldest continuously practiced monotheistic religion. It predates other major monotheistic faiths such as Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Here are the key points that underscore its primacy: Founding and Historical Context : Zoroaster (Zarathustra) : The prophet Zoroaster is believed to have lived around the early 2nd millennium BCE, with some estimates placing his life between 1500 BCE and 1200 BCE.
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Zoroastrianism Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds Concept : Zoroastrianism places a strong emphasis on the triad of good thoughts (Humata), good words (Hukhta), and good deeds (Hvarshta) as the foundation of ethical living. Example : Avestan Prayer : "Ashem Vohu" - "Holiness is the best of all good. It is also happiness. Happy is the man who is holy with perfect holiness!" Internal Purity and Righteousness (Asha) Concept : Asha represents truth, order, and righteousness.
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