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I. B. Tauris
Pub. Date
2011
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English
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"Zoroastrianism is one of the world's great ancient religions. In present-day Iran significant communities of Zoroastrians (who take their name from the founder of the faith, the remarkable religious reformer Zoroaster, or--in the old Avestan language--Zarathustra) still practise the rituals and teach the moral precepts that once undergirded the officially state-sanctioned faith of the mighty Sasanian empire. Beyond Iran, the Zoroastrian diaspora...
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In the tradition of An Exaltation of Larks and Crazy English comes a book about words guaranteed to pique the interest of word lovers everywhere. From abolitionism to zoroastrianism, ISMs make up some of the most interesting, mysterious, and obscure words in the English language. In this entertaining, engaging, and enlightening little book, word lovers will discover the true meanings of these words--along with the often bizarre etymologies, mythologies,...
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Ratanbai Katrak lectures volume 1975
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Clarendon Press
Pub. Date
1977
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English
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HarperCollins Publishers India
Pub. Date
2022.
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English
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A fleet of boats dock at the port of Sanjan in Gujarat in 720 CE. They carry eighteen thousand frightened souls fleeing the cruelty of Iran's Umayyad Caliphate. Chanting Sanskrit-like prayers, the high priest consecrates a sacred fire to thank their god, Ahura Mazda, leading them to a new home and hope. He uses a mysterious substance to spark the flame, but few know of its miraculous properties or provenance. Centuries later, Parsi scientist Jim Dastoor...
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The definitive history of Iran, from the ancient Persian empires to today
Iran is a land of contradictions. It is an Islamic republic, but one in which only 1.4 percent of the population attend Friday prayers. Iran's religious culture encompasses the most censorious and dogmatic Shi'a Muslim clerics in the world, yet its poetry insistently dwells on the joys of life: wine, beauty, sex. Iranian women are subject to one of the most restrictive dress...
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Excerpt: "...Another development of the belief in spirits is that of fetish-worship, in which superstitious reverence is paid to some stock or stone, tree or animal, in which a mysterious influence is supposed to reside, probably owing to its being the chosen abode of some powerful spirit. This is common among the negro races, and it takes a curious development among many races of American Indians, where the tribe is distinguished by the totem, or...
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"The End Times" spotlights the many stories that are spread all throughout the world. Religions focus on this one aspect, but does not, in any way, depict the END of The World. This book attempts to dissect these aspects, and to put forth that the "End Times" are really about the change of thought, while also proving that the doom and gloom being taught is incorrect. It also attempts to prove that it will not be brought about in the year 2012. It...
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Do you care too much about what other people think and just want to be happy? If you want to feel comfortable in any situation around any person while feeling strong and alive, then keep reading...
Did you know that every year millions of people with empath are misdiagnosed with bipolar, social anxiety and other conditions?
Hundreds of 1000's of people go about their lives thinking they have a problem when really they have a gift.
Are you one of...
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The success of books such as Elaine Pagels's Gnostic Gospels and Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code proves beyond a doubt that there is a tremendous thirst today for finding the hidden truths of Christianity – truths that may have been lost or buried by institutional religion over the last two millennia.
In Forbidden Faith, Richard Smoley narrates a popular history of one such truth, the ancient esoteric religion of gnosticism, which flourished between...
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Are you struggling to find your true personality type to discover who you really are but the answer seem too complex or just doesn't have enough depth? Then keep reading
In this book you'll discover:
The simple trick to stop feeling overwhelmed and exhausted in minutes in uncomfortable situations.
The daily exercises to harness the full potential of your gift.
It's easier than you think to become understood by anyone.
How to enjoy life and live with...
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Great Courses volume 12
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English
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Zoroastrianism envisions the universe as ruled by good and evil beings of equal status. Study its principal sacred text, the Avesta, comprising books of hymns, myths, and religious regulations promoting holiness. Sample the Gathas, dialogues between the priest Zoroaster and the creator god, Ahura Mazda, and trace Zoroastrianism's influence on the monotheistic faiths.
18) Empath Workbook: Discover 50 Successful Tips to Boost Your Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Energy
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Imagine helping others without draining your energy... Do you always attract toxic people and have a hard time setting healthy boundaries for yourself? Want to start living as your true self but don't know where to begin? What if you could heal yourself and find inner peace? If any of this sounds familiar, chances are high that you, or your loved one, are simply unaware of being an empath. Empaths take on the emotions of others in addition to their...
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This essential comparative religious studies resource presents primary scriptures of seven world religions and reveals their shared heritage in Zoroastrian tradition. Completing the authoritative trilogy alongside Three Testaments: Torah Gospel and Quran and Four Testaments: Tao Te Ching, Analects, Dhammapada, Bhagavad Gita, Seven Testaments of World Religion lays the groundwork for all studies of religious history.
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Before Christianity, two major monotheistic religions existed in the ancient Mediterranean area. Explore the similarities and differences between Judaism, Zoroastrianism, and emerging Christianity, and how the empire initially accommodated their teachings and actions. You'll also learn about the grievances on all sides.