Guest guest Posted August 23, 2003 Report Share Posted August 23, 2003 R E L I G I O N F E A T U R E August 22, 2003 Khordad Saal The birth anniversary of Zarathust / Zarathost / Zoroaster , Khordad Saal is celebrated on the sixth day of the first Parsi year, Farvardin, around August/September. The birthday of the Prophet Zarathustra is very important date on the Parsi calendar. Spetman Zarathust who preached a monotheist religion, was born in Iran, in the city of Rae, which was on the banks of river Durji, flowing from the mountain Jabar. He was born on the day of Khordad Sal (Mah Farvardin) and was killed on Zarthust no Diso ie.Mah Dae, Roj Khorshed) by Turani Sardar named Tur-bar-tur in the fire temple at the city of Balkh at the age of 78. "There is but one path, the path of ASHA. All other paths are false paths" - YASNA This quotation from Yasna sums up the teachings of Prophet Zoroaster. Asha is a path of action - good thoughts, good words and good deeds - with emphasis on service to the suffering humanity. Every living being according to this religion is believed to posses the eternal principle of FRAVASHI. In olden days, Khordad Saal was celebrated with gaiety and great aplomb. People go to Fire temples and offer their prayers. It is time for feast and fun. Food plays a very important role as a significant part of all Parsi festivals. Parsi food is a delicious blend of West Indian and Indian cuisine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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