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Frashogard: The definitive blog on Zarathushtrian Mysticism

Read more about the article Rostam Nameh 10:Kai Kobad. Ascent of Kai Kaus. His ill-fated expedition to Mazandran
Afrasiab escapes from Rostam
Rostam Nameh

Rostam Nameh 10:Kai Kobad. Ascent of Kai Kaus. His ill-fated expedition to Mazandran

Roj Govad Mah Khordad, 1383 Yz. “Manadi bar aamad ze dargaahe Shah; Ke ay pahalvanaan-e Iran sepaah Kunoon gaahe razmast kin aavarid Ba-Torkaane sarkash kamin aavarid” The proclamation rang out…

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November 7, 2013
Read more about the article The Wondrous Circle of Life 13: Role of the priests
Circle of Life

The Wondrous Circle of Life 13: Role of the priests

Roj Dae-pa-Meher Mah Khordad, 1383 Yz. As the time comes for the Fareshta to depart from this earth and go off to Chinvat with the Fravashi, it addresses the priest:…

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October 31, 2013
Read more about the article Relevance of Zoroastrian religion in day to day life
Religion / Zarathushtrian facts

Relevance of Zoroastrian religion in day to day life

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…

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October 21, 2013
Read more about the article The Wondrous Circle of Life 12: Zoroastrian rituals explained
Circle of Life

The Wondrous Circle of Life 12: Zoroastrian rituals explained

Roj Mahrespand Mah Ardibehesht, 1383 Yz. There are several key requirements for a successful ceremony. One of those is creating the Taigi – or correct spiritual atmosphere which is conducive…

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October 15, 2013
Read more about the article The Wondrous Circle of Life 11: Zoroastrian rituals explained
Circle of Life

The Wondrous Circle of Life 11: Zoroastrian rituals explained

Roj Din Mah Ardibehesht, 1383 Yz. Note: Readers are advised to go through part 10 of this series once again and then continue with this post. But soon my friend’s…

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October 10, 2013
Read more about the article Rostam Nameh 9C: Rostam finds Kai Kobad
Rostam finds Kai Kobad
Rostam Nameh

Rostam Nameh 9C: Rostam finds Kai Kobad

Roj Dae-pa-Meher Mah Ardibehesht, 1383 Yz. The final help which the Simorgh offered Rostam was one that would change the history of Iran forever and mark the beginning of a…

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October 1, 2013
Read more about the article Rostam Nameh 9B: Rostam obtains the Babrebiyan and Raksh
Rostam Nameh

Rostam Nameh 9B: Rostam obtains the Babrebiyan and Raksh

Roj Ardibehesht Mah Ardibehesht, 1383 Yz. The name of Rostam is forever linked with the name of Babrebiyan. What is the Babrebiyan? The literal meaning of the word is disputed,…

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September 19, 2013
Read more about the article Rostam Nameh 9A: Padshah Zav and Keresasp
Rostam Nameh

Rostam Nameh 9A: Padshah Zav and Keresasp

Roj Ashtad Mah Fravardin, 1383 Yz. “Ba ruze homayun Zav-e nik-bakht; Beyaamad bar-aamad bar-afraaze Takht” It was a magnificently glorious day, when the good-fortuned Zav came and ascended the majestic…

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September 12, 2013
Read more about the article The Wondrous Circle of Life 10: Zoroastrian rituals explained
Circle of Life / Zarathushtrian facts

The Wondrous Circle of Life 10: Zoroastrian rituals explained

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,…

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September 4, 2013
Read more about the article The Wondrous Circle of Life 9: The meaning of Zoroastrian rituals
Circle of Life

The Wondrous Circle of Life 9: The meaning of Zoroastrian rituals

Roj Meher Mah Fravardin, 1383 Yz. We continue our series on the Wondrous Circle of Life. Readers are advised to read the last part 8 to refresh their memories before…

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September 2, 2013
Read more about the article Rostam Nameh 8: The war between Iran and Turan and its horrific consequence
Rostam Nameh

Rostam Nameh 8: The war between Iran and Turan and its horrific consequence

“Chu dasht az peya gasht chun pernayaan; Be-bastand gordaane Turan meyaan” When the fields turned green with abundant jungle grass, the Turanian nobles and warriors tightened their waistbands and girded…

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August 21, 2013
Read more about the article What to do and pray during the Muktad – part 2
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What to do and pray during the Muktad – part 2

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…

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August 5, 2013
Read more about the article What to do and pray during the Muktad – part 1
Muktad ceremony, courtesy Kainaz Amaria: www.kainazamaria.com
Muktad / Religion / Zarathushtrian facts

What to do and pray during the Muktad – part 1

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…

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August 3, 2013
Read more about the article Rostam Nameh 7: The conquest of Fort Mt. Sepand
Rostam Nameh

Rostam Nameh 7: The conquest of Fort Mt. Sepand

Roj Rashne Mah Spendarmad, 1382 Yz.   “Ba khune Nariman kamar-ra be-band; Berav taaziaan taa ba Kuh-e- Sepand” Zaal said: “Now gird your loins and tie your cummerbund to take…

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July 31, 2013
Read more about the article How to wear the Sudreh
The correct Sudreh
How to do the Kusti / Zarathushtrian facts

How to wear the Sudreh

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)…

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July 24, 2013
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