Mehr, Zoroastrian Tradition (2003)
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Farhang Mehr, The Zoroastrian Tradition. An Introduction to the Ancient Wisdom of Zarathushtra, series Zoroastrian Studies, (Mazda Publishers, Inc., second enlarged edition, Costa Mesa, California 2003)
First edition
A theological study concerned with the doctrinal beliefs of the practicing Zoroastrians examined within the frames of the Gathic principals (the revealed part of the Scriptures). Variances in the current practice are also considered. The doctrinal changes are explained in the light of socio-political forces operating in each distinct historical era from remote Antiquity up to our days.
Contents: Preface pp. XIII-XVII. Introduction pp. 1-27. Chapter I. One God: Ahura Mazda: The Principle of Monotheism pp. 29-46. Chapter II. The Prophet hood of Zoroaster: The Principle of Revelation pp. 47-69. Chapter III. Asha: The Principle of Eternal Law and Justice - God's Will pp. 70-88. Chapter IV. Good and Evil: Principles of Moral Dualism and Freedom of Choice pp. 89-110. Chapter V. The Creative (Holy) Spirit: Spenta Mainyu: The Principle of Bounteous Creation pp. 111-120. Chapter VI. Immortality of the Soul: The Principle of Consequences and Divine Judgment pp. 121-136. Chapter VII. Frasho-Kereti: Refreshment: The Principle of the Final Triumph of Goodness pp. 137-149. Epilog pp. 150-153. Index pp. 155-162. About the author p. 163. Total pages, 182.
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