Monthly Archives: October 2018

Ayāθrima (coming to shelter,) the Zoroastrian autumnal thanks giving festival

Posted on October 27, 2018 by orthodoxzoroastrian

In the Zoroastrian sacred calendar there are 6 great festivals. These 6 festivals that mark the “proper or propitious points in time” are called yáirya ratvö (right or advantageous times of the year) in the Avestan lore. The autumnal thanksgiving … Continue reading →

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Autumnal equinox, Mehregan, a time to reaffirm our allegiance and friendship with the Immortals,

Posted on October 6, 2018 by orthodoxzoroastrian

The Avestan*Miθra-kāna, modern Persian Mehrägān is an ancient Zoroastrian Autumnal festival, closely connected to the equinox, and dedicated to Miθrá (reciprocity, mutual bond, friendship with the Gods.) The celebration of Baga Miθrá in the 7th month of the Achaemenid calendar … Continue reading →

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