Course Overview • The script, grammar, and significance of Avestan, the language of the Zoroastrian scriptures. • How the Old Persian inscriptions of the Achaemenid kings were deciphered. • The rich Zoroastrian literary traditions in Middle Persian (Pahlavi) and New Persian. • The importance of the Shahnameh. • The endangered status of Dari, the secret language of Irani Zoroastrians. •
Read moreFuture Zoroastrians: Leadership Programme for Emerging Priestly Leaders When people think about the education of a Zoroastrian priest, they naturally think of prayers, rituals and religious texts. Yet anyone who has approached a priest with questions about identity, marriage, grief, ethics or community life knows that the role extends far beyond the performance of ceremonies. How can young priests prepare
Read moreThe Zarathushti Entrepreneurship Development Foundation (ZEDF) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026–2027 Ronnie K. Irani & Family ZEDF Scholar Loan Award Program. ZEDF supports aspiring Zarathushti entrepreneurs by helping finance higher education focused on entrepreneurship and business leadership. A total of $30,000 in funding is available, with individual awards of up to $15,000 per scholar. Who Should Apply?
Read moreDear Community Members, A reminder to join us for a series of seminars at the time of the Bareshnum Retreat at the Bhandara Atash Kadeh. Registration is not required to join the Zoom sessions, and you are welcome to join in-person or via Zoom. This is a unique opportunity to learn several aspects of Zoroastrianism, including its history, culture, scriptures, and rituals and we
Read moreThe Fali Chothia Charitable Trust is now accepting applications for its 36th annual scholarship awards. Scholarships are open to Zoroastrian students in North America enrolled in four-year or graduate-level programs. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, extracurricular activity and community service. They are given as outright gifts or no- and low-interest loans. The Fali Chothia Charitable Trust was established in 1988 under
Read more2026 FEZANA Scholarship Applications Now Open FEZANA is proud to announce that the application portal for the 2026 Scholarship cycle is officially open. This year, we are awarding more than $120,000 in financial assistance to support the academic and creative ambitions of Zarathushti students across North America. Who Can Apply?The program is designed to recognize excellence and provide support for: Undergraduate Students: Enrolled
Read moreJoin the LSR TISS PARZOR SUMMER Programme 2026 From 13th July to 22nd July 2026 from 9:30am to 12:30pm IST Cost- Rs 3000/- Completely online
Read moreApplications Now Open for the 2026–2027 ZEDF Scholar Loan Award Program The Zarathushti Entrepreneurship Development Foundation (ZEDF) is pleased to announce that applications are now open for the 2026–2027 Ronnie K. Irani & Family ZEDF Scholar Loan Award Program. ZEDF supports aspiring Zarathushti entrepreneurs by helping finance higher education focused on entrepreneurship and business leadership. A total of $30,000 in funding is available,
Read moreNext module Parsis in India- a historical Perspective beginning on 15th June every Monday and Friday 6pm to 8pm IST
Read more2026 FEZANA Scholarship Applications Now Open FEZANA is proud to announce that the application portal for the 2026 Scholarship cycle is officially open. This year, we are awarding more than $120,000 in financial assistance to support the academic and creative ambitions of Zarathushti students across North America. Who Can Apply?The program is designed to recognize excellence and provide support for: Undergraduate Students: Enrolled
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