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Zoroastrianism

The Arab world is now dominated by one strong and fierce religion. But, during thedynasties of such nobles as the Achaemenids, a truly noble and proud religion appeared;Zoroastrianism. The word of this religion was brought to the world by the Persianprophet Zoroaster. The origins of the religion and the beliefs of Zoroastrianism were andstill are the cornerstone of the religion. During time, the religion depleted in size becauseof Mohammed, who introduced and brought the faith of Islam into the world.Also, Zoroastrianism played a major part in everyday life. Because of its beliefs,Zoroastrianism could once again arise as a dominate religion. This is not just because ofits beliefs, but also that its roots as a religion are strong and present in many familiestoday.The religion of Zoroastrianism is based mainly on two aspects of life. The peoplewho tell the truth are on the side of Asha, and are know as the people of righteousness.The others, who are know as the people of the lie, or the Druj, followed the dreary way ofevil. Zoroastrianism is a polytheistic religion which shows people ways of life but lets theperson make a choice of truth or lie. But, it is also believed in Zoroastrianism that ajudgment day will occur when good will defeat evil. In this great battle, Ahura Mazda,the Lord wisdom would fight Angra Mainya, the Fiendish spirit for control over theworld. During this war between good and evil, Ahura Mazda and his assistants woulddefeat the evil Angra Mainya. Furthermore, all evil would be eliminated on earth in anordeal in which fire and molten metal would burn away all evil and only leave behindgood.It is believed that Zoroastrianism first appeared as a religion during the reign ofDarius I in Persia. Zoroaster, as he was know by the Greeks, proposed this religion toDarius I and it was accepted. It was believed that Zoroaster had saw an invision from theLord Wisdom Ahura Mazda. Zoroastrianism continued to grow under Greci...

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