– Gratitude for the Bounty and Gifts of Ahura Mazda – Sharing the bounties of Ahura Mazda with gratitude and in harmony with others is essential for keeping one’s soul aligned with Asha (truth, righteous conduct and cosmic order). Gratitude and giving is the essence of the holy month of Dae which commenced on 12th May (Shahenshahi) […]
PT Reporter Khushroo P Mehta On the auspicious occasion of Ava Mahino Parab (Ava Mahino, Ava Roj), 22nd March, 2026, which honours the birthday of guardian deity of waters – Ava Ardvisur Banu (Anahita), Parsis gather around in prayer across different sources of water, with offerings of coconuts, flowers, Dal Ni Poli, in gratitude. Thane’s […]
The Hormusjee Dadabhoy Saher Agiary marked its glorious 180th salgreh on 28th January, 2026, with devotion and community participation. The premises were beautifully adorned with traditional chalk designs, flowers and sacred photo frames. Devotees from near and far gathered for the morning Jashan ceremony which was followed by a Humbandagi. A steady stream of visitors […]
Exotic floral decorations and much festive fervour marked the glorious 176th salgreh of the popular Pak Aslaji Agiary, on 30th July, 2025. Neither grey skies nor rains could keep devout Parsis away from paying homage to the Aslaji Bhikaji Dar-e-Meher, tucked away in Mumbai’s by-lanes on Lamington Road. The religious celebrations commenced at the Agiary, […]
According to the Shahanshahi Zoroastrian calendar, the Holy month of Dae commenced on 12th May. Observed as a month of thanksgiving to Ahura Mazda, during Mah Dae Zoroastrians acknowledge the many blessings more ceremonially. This month also fosters a sense of community and reinforces well-being via numerous Jashan ceremonies performed at home, offices, baugs or […]