Monthly Archives: April 2014

The festival of ardá, úshtá and ôstara


April 22 marks the festival of ardá or ardá vahisht in the Zoroastrian calendar. Ardá or arthá is the same as ashá. In the Avestan, the sound “sh” is interchangeable with the sound “rt.” Arthá, ashá or ardá is the … Continue reading

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The Zoroastrian All Souls’ and All Saints’ Day


April the 8th marks the Zoroastrian All Souls’ and All Saints’ Day. On this festival as well as the 10 days prior to the Vernal Equinox are the days of prayer for the departed, particularly but not exclusively one’s relatives. … Continue reading

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The sacredness of Nature among Ancient Aryans and the Zoroastrian rites of the 13th day of spring


The 13th day of spring is a most lucky day in the Zoroastrian calendar. It is associated with the brightest star in the sky, the star of good fortune, Tishtar. Tishtar is called Tir in Persian. The Yasht or adoration/hymn … Continue reading

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