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Exploring the Sacred Fire: The Heart of Zoroastrian Worship

Brief Overview of Zoroastrianism Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions, was founded by the prophet Zoroaster (or Zarathustra) in ancient Persia, modern-day Iran, over 3,000 years ago. The religion centers around the worship of Ahura Mazda, the supreme god, and emphasizes the duality of good and evil, encouraging followers to live a life of good thoughts, good words, and good deeds. Importance of Fire in Zoroastrianism In Zoroastrianism, fire holds profound symbolic significance.

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Brief Overview of Zoroastrianism Zoroastrianism, one of the world's oldest monotheistic religions, was founded by the prophet Zoroaster (or Zarathustra) in ancient Persia, modern-day Iran, over 3,000 years ago. The religion centers around the worship of Ahura Mazda, the supreme god, and emphasizes the duality of good and evil, encouraging followers to live a life of good thoughts, good words, and good deeds. Importance of Fire in Zoroastrianism In Zoroastrianism, fire holds profound symbolic significance. It represents purity, light, and the divine presence of Ahura Mazda. Fire is not worshipped itself but is venerated as a symbol of the divine and an eternal witness to truth and justice.

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