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Name: ____________________________ Date: _____________________________ Instructions: Answer the following questions based on your knowledge of Prophet Zoroaster’s early life, revelation, teachings, and historical context. Each question is worth 2 points. Multiple Choice (2 points each) Where was Zoroaster born? a) Persia b) India c) Mesopotamia d) Greece At what age did Zoroaster receive his divine revelation? a) 20 b) 30 c) 40 d) 50 Who did Zoroaster encounter during his divine revelation?
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In Zoroastrian theology, Spenta Mainyu and Ahura Mazda are intrinsically connected yet distinct entities that play vital roles in the cosmic order. To understand how Spenta Mainyu is separate from Ahura Mazda, it's essential to delve into their respective characteristics and functions within the Zoroastrian cosmological framework. Ahura Mazda: The Supreme Deity Ahura Mazda, often translated as "Wise Lord," is the supreme god in Zoroastrianism. He embodies all that is good, wise, and benevolent.
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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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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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