NAMC Institute of Zoroastrian Studies is pleased to announce the following sessions
NAMC Institute of Zoroastrian Studies is pleased to announce the following sessions:
Online Discussion: ‘Concept of Cause and Effect in Zoroastrianism’ – Sunday, March 8, 2026 – 11 AM Eastern
Panelists: Dr. Karishma Koka – Neuroscientist, University of Cambridge
Mr. Meheryar Rivetna – Zoroastrian scholar and author
Moderator: Ervad Dr. Arda Minocherhomjee
This special discussion explores the powerful Zoroastrian concept of cause and effect.
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Lecture: ‘The Shepherd of Stubborn Camels: Zarathushtra in the Gathas’ – Sunday, April 12, 2026 – 11 AM Eastern
Presenter: Ervad Adil Minocherhomjee
This lecture delves into Zarathushtra’s struggles and triumphs as revealed in the Gathas.
Registration is not required to join.
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Lecture: ‘Representation of Zoroastrianism in Pop Culture’ – Sunday, May 10, 2026 – 11 AM Eastern
Presenter: Pablo Vazquez
Drawing on rigorous research and professional experience as a media consultant, Pablo Vazquez will show how this ancient faith continues to shape contemporary literature, television, cinema, gaming, music, and beyond.
Registration is not required to join.
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Course: ‘Zoroastrian Purification Rituals’
Saturdays @ 11:00 am Eastern time (USA & Canada) – April 11, 2026 to April 25, 2026
Instructor: Ervad Dr. Ramiyar Karanjia
This course explores the spritual science behind the core Zoroastrian purification rituals and blends theology, ritual procedure, symbolism, and practical application.
Registration is required.
For registration, please click here: https://www.namcmobeds.org/namc-izs-course-registration-page/
You may also complete the registration form using the QR code or by clicking the link
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Course: ‘Zoroastrian Concepts in Pahlavi Texts’
Saturdays @ 11:00 am Eastern time (USA & Canada) – May 9, 2026 to June 13, 2026 ( no class on May 23rd)
Instructor: Dr. Rastin Mehri
This course introduces Middle Persian (Pahlavi) texts. The course highlights the continuing relevance of these texts for modern diaspora communities.
Registration is required.
For registration, please click here: https://www.namcmobeds.org/namc-izs-course-registration-page/
You may also complete the registration form using the QR code or by clicking the link provided
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Four-day Retreat: ‘Sacred Purification (Bareshnum) Inner Renewal Retreat’ (open to all Zoroastrians)
July 23, 2026, to July 26, 2026
Location: Bhandara Atashkadeh, Houston, Texas
This will be an Immersive Experience in Advanced Spiritual Purification for the participants.
This four-day retreat offers a rare opportunity to experience Bareshnum, the highest Zoroastrian purification ritual.
(See attachment for details) – Registration is required.
For registration, please click here: https://www.namcmobeds.org/namc-izs-course-registration-page/
You may also complete the registration form using the QR code or by clicking the link provided
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Weekly Online Communal Prayer:
Every Sunday @ 2:30 pm Eastern time (USA & Canada), 11:30 am Pacific time.
We are inviting you to join our Weekly Online Communal Prayers, led by Ervad Zarrir Bhandara and other learned Mobeds.
We invite you to join us in prayer online via Zoom.
Please click the Zoom link at the appropriate time.
Registration is not required to join the prayers.