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Ahura Mazda as the God of All Humanity

Yasna 44.7 : "This I ask Thee, O Ahura! Whether Thou wouldst show me the ultimate good to all the people, to those who are thy true followers and to those who deny thee, so that the followers of Druj may know and turn to Thee." Explanation : This verse emphasizes that Ahura Mazda is concerned with the good of all people, including those who may not yet follow the path of truth (Asha).

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Yasna 44.7 : "This I ask Thee, O Ahura! Whether Thou wouldst show me the ultimate good to all the people, to those who are thy true followers and to those who deny thee, so that the followers of Druj may know and turn to Thee." Explanation : This verse emphasizes that Ahura Mazda is concerned with the good of all people, including those who may not yet follow the path of truth (Asha). The goal is to guide them towards righteousness, suggesting that Zoroastrian teachings are universal and applicable to all, regardless of their original faith. 2. Zarathustra’s Universal Mission Yasna 30.2 : "Listen with your ears to the best things; consider with clear minds the two choices as men, each man for himself, before the great trial. Awake to our teaching, before the great event." Explanation : Zarathustra speaks to all humankind, asking them to choose between good (Asha) and evil (Druj).

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