Origins
Zoroaster
Who is the prophet of Zoroastrianism
It was unknown where they lived.
Where did Zoroaster live?
March 21st
When is Nowruz celebrated during the year?
Avesta
The holiest text in Zoroastrianism
The main symbol of Zoroastrianism
What is the Faravahar known as?
Around 100 - 200 k
How many Zoroastrianists are worldwide?
Dualistic Conflict
What is the main theme of Zoroastrianism, especially between the evil spirit and God?
Jashan-e-Sadeh
The main literature in the holiest book of Zoroastrianism
Loyalty and Righteousness
What does the ring on the Farahavar represent?
Approx 6000
How many Zoroastrianism followers are in Canada?
On the Day of Judgement
When will Ahura Mazda weigh everyone's deeds and send them to heaven/hell?
What does the festival of Gahambars celebrate?
Khodeh
What section of the Avesta has text about daily prayers and rituals?
Prevalent in temples.
Where is fire seen often in Zoroastrian's lives.
Polytheism
What do Zoroastrians NOT believe in?
Angra Mainyu
Evil spirit representing darkness.
Thanksgiving
What is the festival of Mehregan similar to?
Composed by Zoroaster.
The Avesta was thought to be composed by?
Ahura Mazda made it visible for us to see
Ahura Mazda
The god of all goodness in Zoroastrianism is?
The Tower of Silence
Celebrated around mid-summer.
When is Tirgan celebrated?
Section that focuses on maintaining ritual purity
What is the Vendidad?
Led to many Zoroastrians converting to Christianity in the 5th Century.