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Zoroastrianism: An Introduction (I.B.Tauris Introductions to Religion),Used
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Zoroastrianism is one of the world's great ancient religions. In presentday Iran, significant communities of Zoroastrians (who take their name from the founder of the faith, the remarkable religious reformer Zoroaster) still practise the rituals and teach the moral precepts that once undergirded the officially statesanctioned faith of the mighty Sasanian empire. Beyond Iran, the Zoroastrian disapora is significant especially in India, where the Gujaratispeaking community of emigrants from postSasanian Iran call themselves 'Parsis'. But there are also significant Zoroastrian communities to be found elsewhere, such as in the USA, Britain and Canada, where western cultural contexts have shaped the religion in intriguing ways and directions. This new, thorough and wideranging introduction will appeal to anyone interested in discovering more about the faith that bequeathed the contrasting words 'Magi' and 'magic', and whose adherents still live according to the code of 'Good Thoughts, Good Words, Good Deeds.'The central Zoroastrian concept that human beings are continually faced with a choice between the path of 'good' and 'evil', represented by the contrasting figures of Ahura Mazda and Ahriman, inspired thinkers as diverse as Voltaire, Mozart and Nietzsche. Jenny Rose shows why Zoroastrianism remains one of the world's most inspiring and perennially fascinating systems of ethics and belief.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Zoroastrianism: An Introduction' by Jenny Rose? A: The book provides a comprehensive introduction to Zoroastrianism, exploring its historical roots, key beliefs, and contemporary practices among Zoroastrian communities, particularly in Iran and India.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Jenny Rose, who offers insights into Zoroastrianism and its ethical teachings.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers the origins of Zoroastrianism, the life of Zoroaster, the religion's moral precepts, and its influence on various thinkers throughout history.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is designed for readers who are new to Zoroastrianism, providing clear explanations of its concepts and practices.
- Q: How many pages are in the book? A: The book contains 328 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Zoroastrianism: An Introduction' published? A: The book was published on September 5, 2019.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Can this book be beneficial for academic studies? A: Yes, it can serve as a valuable resource for students and scholars interested in religious studies, ethics, or the historical development of Zoroastrianism.
- Q: Does the book address the modern practice of Zoroastrianism? A: Yes, it discusses contemporary Zoroastrian communities and how they maintain their traditions in various cultural contexts, including the USA, Britain, and Canada.