We often simplify our Zoroastrian religion as one that’s based on ‘Humata, Hukhata, Huvarshta’ – the three Avestan words which encapsulate the tri-ethical goals: ‘Good Thoughts, Good Words and Good Deeds’. Daily, during the Kusti ritual when reciting the Jasa-me avanghe Mazda prayer, we affirm: “āstuye humatem mano, āstuye hukhtem vacho, āstuye huvarshtem shyaothnem”, meaning: […]
Anahita Desai As we step into a New Year, we often speak of renewal, fresh beginnings and resolutions for ourselves. Yet, alongside personal growth lies an equally important question: what does it mean to be a responsible member of our community? Community responsibility is not confined to trusts, committees or institutions. It lives in everyday […]
Er. Zarrir Bhandara shares timeless nuggets of wisdom from our Zoroastrian religion, exploring its spiritual insights, ethical teachings and relevance in today’s world. Whether drawn from the Gathas, sacred traditions, or the lived experiences of the Zoroastrian community, each piece of wisdom serves as a guiding light in the journey of life, continuing to inspire […]
Er. Zarrir Bhandara shares timeless nuggets of wisdom from our Zoroastrian religion, exploring its spiritual insights, ethical teachings and relevance in today’s world. Whether drawn from the Gathas, sacred traditions, or the lived experiences of the Zoroastrian community, each piece of wisdom serves as a guiding light in the journey of life, continuing to inspire […]