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Khordeh Avesta (Avestan and English Edition)
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The oldest Zoroastrian religious scripture, handed down from ancient times, is the Avesta. One section of the holy book is known as the Khordeh Avesta or Smaller (i.e. Selected) Avesta . This is the book of daily prayers of the Zoroastrians, including the most sacred prayers or manthras, as well as graces said over meals and other occasions, blessings, and hymns to spiritual beings. It is a cherished possession of every devout Zoroastrian household. Zoroastrians recite their prayers in a sacred language known as Avestan. The celebrated Avesta scholar and priest (Ervad) Kavasji Edulji Kanga prepared an edition of this prayer book in 1880 A.D., with Gujarati translation. An English edition was first printed in 1993, which has become very scarce. Due to the popularity of Kangas editions, and the accuracy of its pronunciation, this new printed edition was prepared, correcting the frequent printers errors found in the 1993 edition.
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- Q: What is the Khordeh Avesta? A: The Khordeh Avesta is a section of the Avesta, which is the oldest Zoroastrian religious scripture. It consists of daily prayers and is considered a vital religious text for Zoroastrians.
- Q: Who is the author of this edition of the Khordeh Avesta? A: This edition of the Khordeh Avesta was prepared by Kavasji Edulji Kanga, a celebrated scholar and priest of Zoroastrianism.
- Q: What is included in the Khordeh Avesta? A: The Khordeh Avesta contains the most sacred prayers, blessings, and hymns to spiritual beings, as well as graces said over meals and other occasions.
- Q: Is this edition available in multiple languages? A: Yes, this edition of the Khordeh Avesta is bilingual, featuring both Avestan and English translations.
- Q: When was this edition of the Khordeh Avesta published? A: This edition was published on September 30, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does the Khordeh Avesta contain? A: The Khordeh Avesta contains a total of 364 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The Khordeh Avesta is bound in hardcover, making it durable and suitable for frequent use.
- Q: Is this book new or used? A: This edition of the Khordeh Avesta is in new condition.
- Q: Why is the Khordeh Avesta important to Zoroastrians? A: The Khordeh Avesta is important to Zoroastrians as it is a cherished possession that contains daily prayers and spiritual guidance, integral to their religious practices.
- Q: Are there any notable features of this edition? A: This edition corrects frequent printer's errors found in the earlier 1993 edition, ensuring greater accuracy in pronunciation and text.