Religions followed by Northwards people

Zoroastrianism

picture of a Northwards tenant celebrating the birthday of Zoroaster
Zoroastrianism is about 'good thoughts, good words and good deeds'.

Zoroastrianism is one of the world's oldest religions founded approximately 3,500 years ago.

Zoroastrians believe there is one God called Ahura Mazda (Wise Lord) who created the world and revealed the truth through the prophet, Zoroaster.

The world is made of seven Bounteous Creations - sky, water, earth, plant, animal, human and fire. Zoroastrians believe God's Holy Spirit dwells in humans, and other divine Spirits live in the other creations.

Zoroastrians regard fire as an embodiment of the Creator Ahura Mazda - the primal Light from which all spirit, matter and energy were fashioned.

The main source of Zoroastrian teachings is called The Avesta.

Zoroaster based his teachings on the central beliefs of "good thoughts, good words and good deeds".

Zoroastrians worship both at home and at a temple.

Festivals
  • Noruz The Zoroastrian New Year Festival dedicated to fire
  • Khordad Sal Birthday of Zoroaster

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