Translation by Jivanji Jamshedji Modi, 1903. Contents: 1. Introduction 2. On the Beginning of the Creation 3. On the First Creation 4. On the Rulers before King Vishtasp 5. On the Rulers after King Vishtasp 6. On the Time of Aushedar, &c. 7. On the People of Hindustan, China, Arabia, Turkestan, and Barbaristan 8. On the Declaration of Five Traits
Read moreIndia’s Parsis, the modern-day descendants of migrants who fled persecution in Iran more than 1,000 years ago, are turning to new technology to keep their ancient Zoroastrian religion alive. Websites, blogs, on-line directories and matchmaking portals are being used by the close-knit but scattered and shrinking community to stay in touch and true to the 3,500-year-old faith. ‘The Parsis are
Read moreHi, every one once again I am late in sending this message about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, last year when I lost my Wife, She had cancer for 10 years, and medication which was given to her gave us ten good years, and I tried my best to full fill her wishes to see the different places in the world.
Read moreShernaaz Engineer’s interview with the legendary chemical scientist, Dr. Keki Gharda, founder chairman and managing director of Gharda Chemicals, the second-largest agro-chemical company in India (Rs. 950-crore turnover), which is likely to be sold in the coming months. the proceeds are to fund his philanthropic foundation. A fascinating life! Man with a Mission By Shernaaz Engineer In recent months, the papers have been buzzing
Read morePeople’s service: When Nowrooz arrives the Fire Temple is packed with tourists. All the Nowrooz tourists who go to Yazd want to see the Fire Temple; they consider it as a pilgrimage place. On other days of the year too, but not as much as Nowrooz, this Fire temple has visitors. Though its building is only 80 years old but
Read moreIllustrative report Azargoshasb Fire Temple was encircled by the pleasant sound of Avesta and cheerful commotion of Iranians The sound of Avesta, on 27 Shahrivar (18 September) once again filled Azargoshasb Fire Temple. In Azargoshasb Fire Temple Zoroastrians recited the Avesta and prayed for a strong unity and cooperation of Zoroastrians of the world. It is 6 years that this
Read moreby Adil J. Govadia A wise old sage once said, “An ounce-glass is no instrument to calculate the quantity of the ocean. Similarly, a limited human mind and intellect are no tape to measure the reality of one’s religion.” I choose to write upon this rather difficult subject not in the capacity of a religious scholar but in the vein of a student
Read moreThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched the RBI Young Scholars Award Scheme to generate interest in and awareness about the Indian banking sector and RBI. Under the Scheme, the RBI will select a maximum of 150 young scholars through a countrywide competitive examination and award a scholarship. Selection test will focus on the role and functions of RBI
Read moreZAH Z Adult Class Galveston Lock In – Summary and Photo Album Following is forwarded courtesy of Erv Soli Dastur — correspondent for the North American Mobeds’ Council. ZAH Adult Z Class Lock in In Galveston, Texas – 9/4 – 9/7/2009 Sarosh Collector, ZAH Adult Z Class Instructor, attended our NAMC Seminar in Houston on 4/11/2009 in which I presented
Read moreDear Fellow Zoroastrians, The Poona Zarthosti Seva Mandal, Pune, a 65+ year old organisation is engaged in the activities of giving medical , educational and financial help, monthly and yearly dole for the underprivileged, etc. Orders for sadra’s etc are also undertaken. The Poona Zarthosti Seva Mandal, has its office / shop at 12, M.G.Road, Pune 411001 and is in dire
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