Is the worship of Paria Mai and other Sprites & Fairies allowed in Zoroastrianism? – part 1

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Roj Jamyad Mah Fravardin, 1384 Yz.

The internet is a wonderful thing in the sense that sharing of information about almost any subject has become instantaneous and easy. But the flip side of this ease of access is that almost any information is passed around and believed as reality. Due to the inherent nature of man, conspiracy theories, alleged cures for many chronic and deadly diseases, miracle workers and their wondrous acts, and of course anything relating to religion – all ...

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The real significance of Rapithwin and second Havan

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Roj Mahrespand Mah Avan, 1383 Yz.

The advent of Avan Mah is celebrated by many Parsees with great gusto as it means unlimited feasting on the great Parsi delicacy of Dal ni Poli. The number of Parsis who mark Avan Mah with the daily recitation of the Avan Yasht is, of course, much less. But those of us who observe the overall progress of the Zoroastrian calendar will be aware of another important event. All Parsi calendars remind their ...

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The Boi ceremony, bladder control and consequences

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Roj Mohor Mah Meher, 1383 Yz.

A reader of Frashogard has sent the following query:

“Respected Ervad Saheb,

I want to ask you a query: What is the option to a priest performing the Boi ceremony, if half way during the ceremony he gets nature’s call and is not able to control. What happens to the incomplete ceremony if he quits half way. I am asking this because of such an incident happening in my Agiary yesterday. You may ...

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The Secret Treasure of Manthras, Nirangs & Isams in our religion

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Roj Khordad Mah Meher, 1383 Yz.

Yesterday, 18th February 2014 was the death anniversary (Baj) of Ervad Phiroze S. Masani, the brilliant Avesta Pahlavi and Pazend Scholar and one of the first and closest disciples of the revered Master, Ustad Saheb Behramshah N. Shroff. To know more about Er. Phiroze please read this post. 

To download books authored by Ervad Phiroze S. Masani please visit this page.

To commemorate ...

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Relevance of Zoroastrian religion in day to day life

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Roj Spendarmad Mah Khordad 1383 Yz.

The Borivali and Suburban Zoroastrian Association organized a lecture cum dinner program on Saturday, 19th October at the Rustomji International School at Borivali. The topic of the talk was ‘The Relevance of the Zoroastrian religion in day to day life.’ About 70 residents of the area attended.

A brief synopsis of the talk is given below. Readers of Frashogard who wish to listen to the entire 96 minute talk can download the MP3 file at the ...

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The Wondrous Circle of Life 10: Zoroastrian rituals explained

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Roj Rashne Mah Fravardin, 1383 Yz.

NOTE: This is a long, difficult but very important post. Readers are advised to go through carefully and repeatedly to understand its import. 

‘You see, Dinshaw, to properly recognize the rationale of Zoroastrian rituals, we have to understand why we are here, on earth.’

‘Arre, why are we here? Khaavo , piyo, mazaa karo! What else, we are Parsis after all!’ replied my friend. ‘Hmm, that’s one way of looking at it Dinshaw,’ I interjected, but above that ...

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What to do and pray during the Muktad – part 2

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Roj Dae-pa-Din Mah Spendarmad, 1382.

Several readers of Frashogard have written asking for details of prayers to be recited during the Muktad days. Since the Muktad days are of special spiritual significance, it is obvious that there would be some specific prayers for these days. Our Master, Ustad Saheb Behramshah Nowroji Shroff revealed some very potent and special prayers which, if recited during these days, not only help the person in this life, but more importantly, also after death. We shall ...

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What to do and pray during the Muktad – part 1

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Roj Ram Mah Spendarmad, 1382 Yz.

The holy days of the Muktad will soon be upon us. What are the specific prayers to say during these days? How should a Parsi conduct himself during this extremely auspicious period? What guidelines should we bear in mind, both in our day to day conduct in the house as well as at the Agiary? Are there any special points revealed by Ustad Saheb and Khshnoom regarding the Muktad?

The word Muktad is a derivation of ...

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How to wear the Sudreh

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Roj Khorshed Mah Spendarmad, 1382 Yz./Kadmi Khordad Sal

A Happy and resplendent Khordad Sal to all Kadmi readers of Frashogard!

A few days ago we saw the righteous thoughts (Mithra) which need to be passed while performing the Kusti ritual. Many readers may be surprised to know that there is a similar procedure to be followed even while putting on the Sudreh. Just as the Kusti ritual should be performed with devotion and mindfulness, the ...

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Happy Kadmi New Year 1383

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Roj Khordad Mah Spendarmad, 1382 Yz./Roj Hormazd Mah Fravardin (Kadmi), 1383 Yz.

On the occasion of their New Year, I wish all Kadmi readers of Frashogard a happy, prosperous and spiritually uplifting 1383 Yz. How did the Kadmi tradition start in India? Who were the main movers and establishers of this institution? For that information I would request readers of Frashogard to refer to the series of articles on the life of Dasturs Mulla ...

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